S1E6 From self-taught developer to engineering manager with Incident's Alicia Collymore

Oct 7, 2024

Alicia Collymore, Senior Engineering Manager at Incident.io, shares her journey from self-taught developer to leadership. She discusses the challenges and triumphs of transitioning from a tech lead to an engineering manager. Alicia emphasizes the importance of collaborative goal-setting, especially for engineers who are reluctant to engage. She also delves into the intricacies of managing a major Microsoft Teams integration project, highlighting user needs and effective project management strategies.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Journey from Initial Curiosity to a Career in Coding

01:51 • 2min

From Developer to Manager: A Journey

03:25 • 10min

Exploring Workplace Culture and Incident Management Solutions

13:05 • 2min

Collaborative Goal-Setting in Engineering Management

14:51 • 2min

Navigating Goals and Integration Challenges

17:09 • 9min