Since when did this new wave of "I am a programmer and all I want is time away from my computer and to not have to worry about programming and software" come about?
All I seem to see on threads asking for advice on becoming a better programmer is "get out and get some exercise", and most discussions focused around "I am a programmer and the most important thing to me is spending time away from my computer".
I don't get it - I just don't get it. Is there anyone out there like me that would stay indoors tinkering with hardware and software over spending time rock-climbing or vacationing any day of the week?
I grew up in Australia, on the beach in fact. I had a great job as a senior developer and I spent almost every weekend in the office playing with new and better ways to improve our software. I found that to be more rewarding than any kind of outdoors activity, even considering a great beachside location.
Where did people's unwavering passion for their craft go, did programmers suddenly discover something that I am missing? Is it "uncool" to be a hardcore programmer now?
All I seem to see on threads asking for advice on becoming a better programmer is "get out and get some exercise", and most discussions focused around "I am a programmer and the most important thing to me is spending time away from my computer".
I don't get it - I just don't get it. Is there anyone out there like me that would stay indoors tinkering with hardware and software over spending time rock-climbing or vacationing any day of the week?
I grew up in Australia, on the beach in fact. I had a great job as a senior developer and I spent almost every weekend in the office playing with new and better ways to improve our software. I found that to be more rewarding than any kind of outdoors activity, even considering a great beachside location.
Where did people's unwavering passion for their craft go, did programmers suddenly discover something that I am missing? Is it "uncool" to be a hardcore programmer now?