notes/docs/programming/general/motivation.md

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.