So, something pretty cool happened today...

[trufun202]

I got promoted from Software Engineer to Solutions Architect. :D

In my eight years of doing this professionally, this is my first promotion. It's been a long road, and I still feel that I have so much to learn. But, I've got a great manager that truly recognizes and appreciates the work that I do. I couldn't ask for anything more.

Please excuse any perceived gloating - I'm just a bit excited this evening, and I had to share with my ES buds.

[eatcomics]

I knew you'd feel like you where bragging xD You're such a down to Earth guy. If anyone deserves that promotion its you man. You've been making this board proud since you joined :D

[pritam]

I knew you'd feel like you where bragging xD You're such a down to Earth guy. If anyone deserves that promotion its you man. You've been making this board proud since you joined :D

+1

[Trask]

Congratulations dude, it's great to hear when hard work is paid off.

[k1net1k]

congrats dude

[N64vSNES]

Exactly what eatcomics said

Congrats and hope you do well

[cypher1554R]

I knew you'd feel like you where bragging xD You're such a down to Earth guy. If anyone deserves that promotion its you man. You've been making this board proud since you joined :D

Exactly.

When I grow up, I want to be like you

[davidthefat]

So... Let me be the first to ask: what exactly is a "solutions architect"?

[trufun202]

So... Let me be the first to ask: what exactly is a "solutions architect"?

Basically a programmer that is responsible for designing/building larger environments - systems that consist of multiple endpoints with several moving parts. Rather than building a single peice of software or application, it's more back-end heavy, taking into consideration the development process, life-cycle, and on-going maintenance of the system. In other words, building something that works for one user or one million users and isn't a bitch to maintain.

[Arce]

Congrats! You are now, officially, doing the job I aspire to reach.

C'mon, you have every right to feel like a complete badass.

Though it may only be a career to some, those of us who find passion and motivation in the field should easily be able to respect that achievement for what it is. I sincerely hope you enjoy the work more, and perhaps even some pay benefits? ;p

I have nothing but respect for you and your accomplishments. Your videos have always been inspirational, and have always supplied me with fresh ideas. I remember some of the architectural discussions the ES team has had the liberty of sharing with you--whether lua triggers, cutscene managers, etc, I have always been impressed by your 20/20 foresight. This is something that can only be gained through the 8+ years of experience, and it's about time it paid off. ;p

So, before this escalates into a drunken orgy, allow me to end by saying, once more,

[dandymcgee]

That's awesome trufun. Do update us in the near future and let us know how your new position is treating you.