Meditations on Software

Explore a thought-provoking keynote address from RailsConf 2022 that delves into the complexities of software development and the human experience behind it. Gain insights into the challenges of burnout, imposter syndrome, and the pursuit of meaning in the tech industry. Learn valuable strategies for maintaining work-life balance, protecting curiosity, and navigating career growth. Discover how to approach software development with a meditative mindset, addressing sociotechnical issues and the ephemeral nature of code. Reflect on the importance of introspection, decoupling oneself from work, and becoming the Directly Responsible Individual (DRI) of your own career path.

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THE// FLATIRON SCHOOL
Sociotechnical
Try and fix it all
Way too much!!
I missed the signs
Unsustainable
I need to get through this...
The worst version of myself
There was no coming back
Chronic, work- related stress
The joy was gone
Meditative
Imposter syndrome
Prove myself
Prove that I belonged
Insecurities
Tools to untangle this
Cautious
Coming out of burnout
Lose meaning
Some truths
Ephemeral
Die before getting to production
Out of our control
Refactoring
The building itself
Sprinting
Dysfunctional workplaces
A lack of social support
Purpose and value
keeps us going
will change
keeps us afloat
Protect our curiosity
Pay attention to your body and mind
Remember your agency
Hotfix for burnout
Don't skip the post-mortem
Introspection is our root cause analysis
Decouple yourself from the work
Work is just one part of life
Careers are bigger than jobs
Being the DRI of Your Career