I was wondering the same after reading the top comment by teekert, which came across as somewhat defensive (and not to mention off-topic) to me. I can see it be

I was wondering the same after reading the top comment by teekert, which came across as somewhat defensive (and not to mention off-topic) to me. I can see it being a result of (tacit?) societal pressure. Perhaps a "you are not good enough if you are not working on side projects" programmer anxiety, which leads to highlighting say one's parental accomplishments in order to compensate for that perceived inferiority. We are all different in regards to our hobbies. Some enjoy raising children, some enjoy travelling, and some enjoy working on side projects. Can't we just co-exist in peace?