Shahqaan Qasim: CTO Life, Managing Technical Teams, Expert Software Engineer | The Ehmad Zubair Show

In this insightful episode, we sit down with Shahqaan Qasim, the Chief Technology Officer at Red Buffer, to explore his journey from a software engineer to a CTO. Shahqaan opens up about the challenges he faced during his transition into leadership and provides a roadmap for aspiring technical leaders. He discusses the essential skills needed for effective leadership, including interpersonal and communication skills, and emphasizes the importance of empathy in the tech industry. Throughout the conversation, Shahqaan offers valuable advice on hiring, nurturing talent, and staying abreast of technological trends. He also delves into the impact of AI tools like ChatGPT on coding practices. This episode is packed with guidance and strategies for anyone looking to climb the tech leadership ladder or enhance their leadership qualities in any field.
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0:00 Highlights
0:31 Introduction
1:21 The Role of a CTO
5:56 Challenges in Transitioning from Software Engineer to Leader
10:03 Addressing the Lack of Feedback Leaders Face
13:01 Transitioning from Software Engineer to Leadership Roles
13:47 The Right Approach to Leadership
15:30 Roadmap for Becoming a CTO
16:50 Skills Needed for Leadership
20:51 Importance of Communication Skills
22:16 How to Improve Communication Skills
28:39 Responsibilities of a Leader
32:59 Qualities of Good Software Engineers
42:28 How to Conduct Interviews
47:24 Hiring Tips for Founders
49:49 Trending Tech Stacks
53:02 Impact of ChatGPT on Coding
57:52 Trends in Tech
1:11:27 How to deal with low GPA
1:19:28 Salary of a CTO
1:22:10 Solving the GDP Issue of Pakistan
1:31:34 Closing Thoughts

[@muhammadanas_here]

When will your podcast with "Recluze-Nauman Ali" be released? If it hasn't been decided yet, please consider it. He is very underrated.

[@learning-wk4xj]

you should have a podcast with recluze (Mohammad Nauman)

[@zohaabashraf]

It was great seeing, Shahqan after so many years. He was always an eccentric figure in our school.

[@adeelirshad228]

Fantastic one, invite more technical guys.

[@Haseeb_HA]

Thanks

[@geekygirl648]

What skillsets are needed to achieve this role?

[@user-bh7pn3fv5k]

From where i had to learn dsa and which language is good to choose also which development is high demand now🤔

[@me4336]

A lot of information.

[@arslanwaqar]

Work hard play hard! -Akon

[@LikeMinds23331]

Voice quality is low bro. Kafi kam a rhi ha awaz is podcast ki despite the fact k my speaker is operatin at 100%

[@abdulwaheedkhan6927]

Better than your content 😂😂

[@mazenlabeeb]

just because is bndy ko Reactjs nai aati aur thora boht chatgpt se Frontend code likh leya toh opinion de rha AI will replace coders in just 2 3 years 🙏🙏 very bad statement

[@hasanimran1557]

AI ki elf bay ka nai pta isko, bashan dena ata bs without research

[@kazmi401]

Only a non-programmer can say coding will end in the near future! like you and the CEO of NVIDIA.

[@zohaabashraf]

He is one the best coders.

[@KhizarKhan2001]

@@zohaabashraf who?

[@zohaabashraf]

@@KhizarKhan2001 I was referring to Shahqan sb.

[@adnanahmedkalyar]

Bnda pocha Coding khatm ho jayegi tw ChatGPT kya coding k bagher kam kregi 😂

[@fahadaijaz4]

He isn't hands on, otherwise he would realize his stupidity. Think about orchestrating events, sending them, and listening to them. Has he ever tried using chat gpt for such a task? He will then realize