As a citizen developer I may be called upon to wear many hats – analyst, designer, developer, tester, trainer.  Each hat requires its own set of skills and tools. In future posts we will explore each area in depth so you will have the tools you need to be a successful citizen developer.

Analyst Hat

When wearing this hat, citizen developers work closely with business partners and stakeholders to understand what the business needs to meet its goals and support its vision.  We also work closely with our technology partners in converting high level business initiatives into clear requirements that can be design, developed and implemented.

Designer Hat

When wearing this hat, citizen developers help determine the shape of the solution that will be developed and implemented.

Developer Hat

When wearing this hat, citizen developers along with technology partners develop the solution.

Tester Hat

When wearing this hat, citizen developers test what has been developed to be sure everything is working properly and meets the business’s needs.

Trainer Hat

When wearing this hat, citizen developers provide training to their users on all the standard and custom functionality available.