Ask HN: Should Engineering Managers write code?

For engineering managers who started as engineers, the longing to return to coding is real. The satisfaction of solving bugs and writing code contrasts with the draining nature of meetings and managing team dynamics.

1. Yes! Only on non-critical work.

2. Yes! Even on critical work.

3. No! Focus on manager duties.

4. Depends (comment below)

Chhose and explain.