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Like what?

• rad_gruchalski 3y ago
  Like having a little bit of fun? You know, like just for yourself, liking it a bit?
  • DinaCoder99 3y ago
    While I do have a lot of fun coding, I can't say I've ever had this experience at a paid job. Maybe if I had the opportunity to write open-source software but that seems like rather a niche career path at this point.
• eastbound 3y ago
  Like helping the new marketing girl grow from a noob in everything to an absolutely master of a PO, Like building a product so well made that it makes people say “I’ve searched for 15 years for this product”; Like watching this self-absorbed geek grow from a 40-yo single to a polished mannered person with a girlfriend. I mean no-one is excited to build an accounting software, but I’m excited when people grow. Actually, I’ve once heard that an army of psychologists will never take a man out of depression, but give them a hammer and they’ll get to work, get recognition and gain positive experiences. And the opposite: Being barred from working, from giving your labour, to a company that appreciates it, is an extenuating experience for men.
  • DinaCoder99 3y ago
    > Like building a product so well made that it makes people say “I’ve searched for 15 years for this product”; The fact that software is a "product" and not a "collective resource" tends to put a damper on that enthusiasm. After two decades in the industry it's abundantly clear we're condemned to rewrite the same software over and over again in the name of profits—a colossal waste of humanity's efforts.
  • neilkk 3y ago
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    • eastbound 3y ago
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    • weikju 3y ago
      > Be kind. Don't be snarky. Converse curiously; don't cross-examine. Edit out swipes.
  • javaunsafe2019 3y ago
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  • com 3y ago
    You know you’ve succeeded in a role when there’s a list of people you’ve supported in growth who are really sad you’re going, worried how they’ll manage without you, but who you know 100% have totally got this. I’ve gone back years later to a couple of ex-workplaces and seen with my own eyes how those uncertain (or over-certain ;-) folks are in their power and confidence and capability. Others I run into in professional settings and get feedback from others about them not just being great people but awesome professionals. Knowing you’ve smoothed the way, helped out with existential fears, fed growth of good people when they needed it is the most awesome part of my career. Better even than much of what the paychecks bought me - blurry photos, fatty-liver and electronics in landfill.
• Epa095 3y ago
  Idk, depends on what tickles your fancy I guess. But I have never had a job where there's nothing fun or interesting. It can't all just be that mundane and easy? Personally I find joy in two different settings - the hard problems, where I have to go for a walk around the apartment, and think about it when I shover. These are rare. - putting on some music, pouring myself some coffee, and just coding up something relatively easy while in the flow. Making something which did not exist before.
  • tock 3y ago
    I do find some joy building hard stuff. But if I didn't need the money I really wouldn't work. When I fancy hard work I'll just contribute to OSS.
    • sersi 3y ago
      9 months ago I early retired (I'm in my 40s)... I've just decided to find a new job because I'm bored. Opensource is fun and I did contribute somewhat but I find that working on an interesting problem in a team is just fun and I missed it.
      • tock 3y ago
        My Dad actually had the same problem when he retired. Took him a few years to get out of it and find other things to do. It's weird because he was always stressed out when working. But the lack of stress made him believe he was worthless :/