Introducing LeadByExample(): A New Series from Iron Software

Episode One: Scott Hanselman on Developer Empathy, Innovation, and Leadership

At Iron Software, we believe leadership isn’t just about titles, it’s about impact. That’s why we’re launching a new video series: LeadByExample(), where we sit down with some of the most thoughtful minds in tech to explore what it really means to lead in today’s developer-driven world.

In this series, you’ll hear directly from engineers, advocates, product leaders, and innovators who are shaping the future of software, not just through the tools they build, but by how they show up for their teams and communities.

We’re thrilled to kick off Episode One with someone who truly embodies this philosophy: Scott Hanselman, developer, teacher, speaker, podcaster, and longtime advocate at Microsoft.

What You’ll Learn in Episode One

In this candid interview, Scott shares:

• Why empathy is a developer’s superpower
• How great leaders create space, not noise
• The secret to building tools developers actually want to use

Whether you're scaling a dev team, writing your first library, or looking for a fresh perspective on what makes a great leader, this episode is for you.

Why We’re Making This Series

The best engineers we know aren’t just experts in code, they're mentors, community builders, and thoughtful communicators. With LeadByExample(), we want to highlight these voices, share their stories, and invite more people to think deeply about how leadership shows up in everyday technical work.

This isn’t about buzzwords. It’s about real conversations with real people doing meaningful work and showing us all what’s possible when we lead with curiosity, care, and courage.

Watch Now

Watch Episode One: Scott Hanselman

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