Should Software Engineers Have Good Presentation Skills?
Spoiler alert: yes. But not for the reasons you might think. The Common Misconception Many engineers believe that presentation skills are only important for: Managers and team leads Sales engineers Conference speakers People in “non-technical” roles But the reality is different. Why Presentation Skills Matter for Engineers 1. Technical Communication As an engineer, you constantly need to: Explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders Present architecture decisions to your team Defend your technical choices in code reviews Document your work effectively All of these require presentation skills. ...