What I’ve Learned in 45 Years in the Software Industry

Re:What I’ve Learned in 45 Years in the Software Industry by Alex3917 on Wednesday January 06, 2021 @12:44PM (#25660135)

> I can't think of any sport where players are expected to become coaches.

In amateur sports it's common. E.g. in rowing, cycling, fencing, cross country skiing, etc., people are generally expected to coach at some point. Albeit usually while they're doing the sport, and not necessarily as their primary careers.

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Re:What I’ve Learned in 45 Years in the Software Industry by phamilton on Wednesday January 06, 2021 @12:53PM (#25660241)

Yeah, but this might be closer to "actors are expected to wait tables". It has more to do with paying the bills than career advancement.

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Re:What I’ve Learned in 45 Years in the Software Industry by randomswede on Thursday January 07, 2021 @05:11AM (#25669333)

To some extent, coaching something you practice is good for giving you another perspective on what it is you're practicing. In an ideal world, this will elevate your skill level.

This does, however, not necessarily mean that everyone is a good coach, nor does it mean that everyone should stop practicing what they're doing and focus solely on coaching.

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