From dd3edfdb96ae403d4a08dc718d10885115c25007 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Brad Treloar Date: Wed, 2 Jul 2025 01:06:22 +0930 Subject: [PATCH] Add notes about motivation --- docs/programming/general/motivation.md | 22 ++++++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 22 insertions(+) create mode 100644 docs/programming/general/motivation.md diff --git a/docs/programming/general/motivation.md b/docs/programming/general/motivation.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..ff605bc --- /dev/null +++ b/docs/programming/general/motivation.md @@ -0,0 +1,22 @@ +# Motivation + +## What I enjoy about programming + +- Solving problems. +- The detective work of finding a bug, or figuring out how a system works, + in order to fix it or change its intended behaviour. +- Designing systems. +- Craftsmanship. +- Learning new ways to do things. +- Having control over computers. + +## What I don't enjoy about programming + +- Working with lazy programmers. +- Setting up tooling. +- Working on systems that don't work properly but aren't open for maintenance. + +## How to stay motivated and avoid burnout + +- Make time for the enjoyable work +- Minimise time spent on the irritating work.