Business Skills
Business skills refer to the non-technical competencies that enable developers to understand, contribute to, and align their work with organizational goals, such as communication, project management, and financial literacy. These skills help bridge the gap between technical execution and business outcomes, facilitating collaboration with stakeholders and driving value. They are essential for career advancement, effective teamwork, and delivering solutions that meet market or user needs.
Developers should learn business skills to enhance their impact beyond coding, such as when working in cross-functional teams, leading projects, or aiming for roles like product manager or tech lead. Specific use cases include interpreting business requirements, managing budgets and timelines, and communicating technical decisions to non-technical audiences, which improves project success and career growth.