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I first read this as a 22-year-old software engineer. Re-reading it as a 46-year-old CTO, it still tracks and still is truer than not. Most re-writes happen bec
by santoshalper 3y ago
I first read this as a 22-year-old software engineer. Re-reading it as a 46-year-old CTO, it still tracks and still is truer than not. Most re-writes happen because the engineers want to, not because they really need to.
- leoh 3y agoNot only that, it’s often an unconscious way for engineers to regain a sense of self-direction and autonomy. As folks have difficulty actually articulating that need as such, it can often be accomplished in much more productive ways that are not harmful to firms.
- harimau777 3y agoDo you have any examples of more productive alternatives?
- leoh 3y agoNot really. You have to begin by being able to be honest about the experience with yourself and decide what you want to do about it and if anything can be done.