Power Point Architect (n.)
Pronunciation: /ˈpaʊə pɔɪnt ˈɑː.kɪ.tekt/
Abbreviation: PPA
- colloquial. A person who has never contributed code to a software product but who makes or influences high-level architectural decisions that affect the design, development, and maintenance of that product, through presentations, meetings, and Power Point slides rather than working code.
Compare: software architect, system architect, technical architect.
Note: A Power Point Architect is distinct from a Software Architect—an experienced developer who has contributed substantial code to the product and has transitioned to focus on system design, interface specifications, and technical communication. Such architects are typically guided by best practices as outlined in texts such as 97 Things Every Software Architect Should Know (Monson-Haefel, R., 2009).
