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Perhaps a better (or at least related) question is: how does one find the time to put into side projects on top of staying competitive as a programmer in an env
by danbmil99 12y ago
Perhaps a better (or at least related) question is: how does one find the time to put into side projects on top of staying competitive as a programmer in an environment where 45-55 hour weeks are customary and expected, and also achieve some kind of work/life balance involving significant others and children?
I challenge anyone to show that the math for this works out. Everyone I know who has put effective effort into so-called 'side projects' is either living off saved wealth, working 20-30 hours/week on lucrative consulting contracts, and/or has an SO that works their ass off in some all-consuming, soul-crushing, high-paying career.
- HeyLaughingBoy 12y agoThe reason the math doesn't work out is that you're using the wrong math. If my job expected 55 hours/week from me, I'd look for another job. If life balance is really important for you, look for a job that allows you to achieve it.
- collyw 12y agoI work a 40 hour week, but still don't find much time for side projects, just because of other things going on in my life, and I don't have kids.