EP15 Why I Transitioned from Developer to Solution Architect
Update: 2025-09-23
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Ben Yu : https://www.linkedin.com/in/ybbest/
Zin Hoang:Â https://www.linkedin.com/in/zinhoang/
🚀 New Episode: Why I Transitioned from Developer to Solution ArchitectIn this episode of the Solution Architect Show, I sit down with a guest who asked me a powerful question:
"Why did you move from being a developer to becoming a solution architect?"The truth? It wasn’t by choice—it was by necessity.💡 When Microsoft discontinued custom development on SharePoint, I had to rethink my entire career path. Instead of chasing another platform, I chose to invest in long-term, transferable skills like leadership, communication, and strategic thinking.🎯 In this episode, we explore:
Zin Hoang:Â https://www.linkedin.com/in/zinhoang/
🚀 New Episode: Why I Transitioned from Developer to Solution ArchitectIn this episode of the Solution Architect Show, I sit down with a guest who asked me a powerful question:
"Why did you move from being a developer to becoming a solution architect?"The truth? It wasn’t by choice—it was by necessity.💡 When Microsoft discontinued custom development on SharePoint, I had to rethink my entire career path. Instead of chasing another platform, I chose to invest in long-term, transferable skills like leadership, communication, and strategic thinking.🎯 In this episode, we explore:
- The difference between technical leadership and people management
- Why solution architecture is a two-way door—you can always return to development
- How to navigate uncertainty and career pivots with confidence
- The importance of mentorship, adaptability, and giving yourself time to grow
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