Being a project manager (PM) is a really important role which requires a lot of well-known skills as scope management, time planning, excellent multi-tasking, etc. However, being a successful PM involved in Drupal / Web development projects might require extra dedication and a mindset change as well.

In my presentation I would like to share to the public some details based on true stories and my real experience showing how important is for a project manager to have a wide range of knowledge which combines the already mentioned “traditional” PM expertise with basic Drupal site builder skills and even more.

I will provide real examples, recommendations and advices which will be covering the following topics:
> Why is important to understand Drupal and explain how it works event to a kid?
> Is it really valuable for a PM to be able to build a basic Drupal site and why?
> Let’s challenge our dev team in order to find a better solution, is that worthy?
> Best practices and tips in gathering client requirements and understanding their business needs.
> What is the added value for the project if the PM is also participating in the QA process?
> Basic scenarios where the PM fails only because he / she doesn't spend the needed time to dig in Drupal.

In terms of my professional background, I can describe myself as an experienced IT Project Manager specialized in team leading, requirements gathering and delivering projects that fulfill customer's expectations.

At the moment I am getting practical experience in project management and projects executed in the IT/Web development area (Drupal and WordPress).