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Top CTO Blogs: 11 Resources for Exceptional Tech Leadership in 2025

Ben Aston
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Ben Aston
Ben Aston

I’m Ben Aston, a digital project manager and founder of The DPM. I've been in the industry for more than 15 years working in the UK at London’s top digital agencies including Dare, Wunderman, Lowe and DDB. I’ve delivered everything from film to CMS', games to advertising and eCRM to eCommerce sites. I’ve been fortunate enough to work across a wide range of great clients; automotive brands including Land Rover, Volkswagen and Honda; Utility brands including BT, British Gas and Exxon, FMCG brands such as Unilever, and consumer electronics brands including Sony.

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Last updated on Jan 6, 2025
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This article highlights 14 must-read blogs by experienced CTOs, covering topics like cloud computing, product management, and leadership.

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Being a CTO comes with plenty of challenges, but it’s also packed with opportunities to drive innovation and lead teams to success. Staying ahead means constantly learning about the latest trends, technologies, and insights from the industry. While full-time CTOs play a key role in many organizations, some companies—especially startups—are opting for fractional CTOs to bring in top-level expertise without the full-time commitment.

There are plenty of tech leadership podcasts and books for tech leaders at your disposal. Another way to uplevel your knowledge is by following blogs written by your peers. Here is my list of the top blogs by CTOs, each providing invaluable resources for tech leaders looking to excel in their roles.

11 Best CTO Blogs

  1. All Things Distributed – Authored by Werner Vogels, CTO of Amazon.com, this blog delves into building scalable and robust distributed systems, sharing insights from one of the industry's leading figures.
  2. Irrational Exuberance – Will Larson, CTO of Calm, shares his experiences and thoughts on software engineering leadership, offering practical advice for managing teams and technology.
  3. CTO Craft Blog – CTO Craft provides resources and insights for technology leaders, including interviews, articles, and guides on culture, technology, operations, and scalability.
  4. CTOvision – Founded by Bob Gourley, CTOvision offers context and reporting for CTOs, CIOs, CISOs, and CDOs, covering topics like AI, cybersecurity, and enterprise technology trends.
  5. The CTO Advisor – Keith Townsend shares his expertise on enterprise IT trends, providing commentary and analysis to help CTOs navigate the evolving technology landscape.
  6. CTO Academy Blog – CTO Academy specializes in tech leadership training and coaching, offering articles that cover various aspects of leadership in technology.
  7. CTO.ai Blog – CTO.ai focuses on simplifying cloud operations with a Developer Control Plane, sharing insights on increasing team CI/CD velocity and DevOps practices.
  8. "Rands in Repose" by Michael Lopp – Michael Lopp, VP of Engineering at Slack, shares his thoughts on technology leadership, team dynamics, and personal growth in his blog, "Rands in Repose." With a unique and engaging writing style, Michael offers valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities that CTOs face in their daily work. His blog provides a mix of thought-provoking articles and practical advice that CTOs can apply to their own leadership journey.
  9. "Code as Craft" by the Etsy Engineering Team – "Code as Craft" is the official blog of Etsy's Engineering team, featuring contributions from various CTOs and engineering leaders within the company. The blog covers topics such as software engineering, infrastructure, and data science, providing CTOs with a wide range of insights into modern technology practices. With a focus on craftsmanship, "Code as Craft" is an excellent resource for CTOs looking to improve their software development and engineering processes.
  10. "Software Lead Weekly" by Oren Ellenbogen – Oren Ellenbogen, VP of Engineering at Forter, curates a weekly newsletter called "Software Lead Weekly" that is an invaluable resource for CTOs and technology leaders. The newsletter features a handpicked selection of articles covering topics such as engineering management, leadership, and culture. By subscribing to "Software Lead Weekly," CTOs can stay informed on the latest trends and best practices in technology leadership.
  11. DZone DZone is a community-driven platform offering articles and resources on software development, tech leadership, and innovation strategies, perfect for staying ahead in the tech space.

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Ben Aston
By Ben Aston

I’m Ben Aston, a digital project manager and founder of The DPM. I've been in the industry for more than 15 years working in the UK at London’s top digital agencies including Dare, Wunderman, Lowe and DDB. I’ve delivered everything from film to CMS', games to advertising and eCRM to eCommerce sites. I’ve been fortunate enough to work across a wide range of great clients; automotive brands including Land Rover, Volkswagen and Honda; Utility brands including BT, British Gas and Exxon, FMCG brands such as Unilever, and consumer electronics brands including Sony.

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