I’m reaching out to Meta because I believe in the power of empirical learning – everything I know in IT has been self-taught, and while I’m no expert, I’ve built a humble career through passionate experimentation with various projects.
And I’ve reached a pivotal moment where I realize that discipline and mastering fundamentals are key to taking projects to the next level.
Learning is truly magical, and everyone has their unique path – some prefer hands-on experience, others thrive with video content, and I’m one of those who absorb knowledge quickly through reading.
Since I’m not pursuing development (I have deep respect for our developer folks), I’m particularly interested in:
- Community management and building
- UI/UX fundamentals
- Project management
- Leadership and organizational development
- Any essential reads for Discourse administrators
I’m currently diving into a best-seller about building with intention for genuine change – it challenges the traditional corporate mindset and argues that organizations lacking human-centered principles are destined to fail.
While it can be repetitive at times, it offers profound insights about reinventing organizational purpose. The core message resonates deeply: we need institutions aligned with human values.
So let’s Share Knowledge!
What books have shaped your approach to community building, management, or any other non-technical aspects of running successful Discourse instances?
I’d love to hear your recommendations and experiences.