T-shape

Definitions

1. A set of knowledge or skills that are both broad and deep.
   informal
2. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see T, shape.

Examples

“The T-shape stands for people who are broad (horizontal) and deep (vertical). T-shaped people are interested in ... Consequently, organizations like⟳ to hire⟳ people who encompass these broad and deep T-shaped skills and experiences.”

“T-shape: These roles have⟳ broad and deep competencies and are in the middle of the chain, for example, information architect, infrastructure architect, business architect or solution architect. Governance: These roles on the top of[…]”

“... An explanation of the T-shape can help⟳ students to see⟳ the connection between the “broad” that general education courses offer⟳ and the “deep” that the vocational part of their program⟳ develop⟳.”

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