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Doreen Kaundur
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Posted - 2014.06.19 03:29:00 -
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An interesting article that very much applies to all software developers...including Eve's.
Quote:4 Signs of Developer Burn Out
Developing software, both new solutions and revisions to existing, is an intense task that requires mental focus and creative thinking. When coupled with the common workplace stresses and tight deadlines it is easy to see how those in the trenches start to feel like they are running dry.
Developer burn out effects the entire team and seeps into every aspect of the project. As morale plummets, productivity decreases and innovation flat lines. The key to avoiding this situation is to recognizing the signs of developer burn out while there is still time to react.
Unanswered Questions The most common reason an otherwise responsive individual will avoid answering a question is lack of time. Either he or she knows the answer but doesnGÇÖt feel that there is enough time thoroughly explain it to you or the answer is unknown and there isnGÇÖt enough time to perform the research required to get to the answer.
Missed Deadlines Occasionally, milestones are missed. But when it develops into a routine way of running a project it signals a larger problem. As burn out sets in, the ability of the developer to work efficiently decreases. The same task that would normally require only a few days to complete may stretch into a few weeks. In iterative design projects, multiple missed milestones may result in delaying the productGÇÖs release.
Decreased Enthusiasm If your development team is starting to look more like an accounting department and less like an excited group of new graduates it may be time to evaluate. Development teams are usually a little quirky, that is what allows them to think outside the box and create innovative solutions.
When overburdened, that enthusiasm will wane and what is left is a set of resources in survivor mode; simply going through the motions to get through the day.
Finger Pointing An unwillingness to take responsibility is a sure sign that the team is feeling the crush of an increasing workload, tightened schedules and changing priorities. Throwing project tasks over the wall is a tactic used by those who feel that they do not have the knowledge or time to develop a solution on their own.
Every team has strengths and weaknesses; be on the lookout for the sudden onset of any of these situations as it may signal that the team is feel overburdened. Knowing your people and the dynamics of the team is key to recognizing when something is off.
If you suspect that your development resources are stretched past their capacity provide support in the form of schedule relief or additional resources. Outsource developers can quickly onboard to handle routine aspects of the project, freeing fulltime resources to be innovative. If the stress is related to lack of skill, a specially-talented resource can alleviate the burden.
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Sibyyl
Gallente Federation
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Posted - 2014.06.19 03:46:00 -
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I think these symptoms of burnout apply to all professions and personal endeavors too (including playing EVE, for some!). .. when everything else is gone .. |
Wacktopia
Noir. Noir. Mercenary Group
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Posted - 2014.06.19 08:48:00 -
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Be a better article if it had positive, constructive information rather than "look, you burned out your dev team, look how ****ed and tired they are". -// Public Fleets: http://fleet-up.com/Operation/Public //- |
Marc Durant
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Posted - 2014.06.19 08:53:00 -
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If people are treated like cattle, they'll start acting like cattle. |
Ramona McCandless
The McCandless Clan
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Posted - 2014.06.19 09:06:00 -
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If you treat "people" with respect, they get ideas above their station
"If someone doesn't appreciate your presence, make them appreciate your absence." - Anon. "How the **** can you think you are entitled to be such an *******?-áYou're lucky you're ALLOWED to have an opinion ..." - Solecist Project |
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Chribba
Otherworld Enterprises Otherworld Empire
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Posted - 2014.06.19 09:30:00 -
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Everyone, just not in development or whatever should pat other people on the back and compliment them for their work.
Even if you are thanking the bus driver for the ride, despite the bus being late, as it's most likely not the drivers fault. He will be happy you thanked him and more eager to do a good job, making it a nicer ride for you. Everyone wins.
A simple thanks makes wonders if more people started doing it.
And with that, thank you to OP for linking that article. Keep up the good work!
/c
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Inxentas Ultramar
Ultramar Independent Contracting
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Posted - 2014.06.19 09:55:00 -
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Yes, I recognize most of the points in that article. Guess what I'm doing with my dev time? |
Caviar Liberta
Moira. Villore Accords
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Posted - 2014.06.19 11:56:00 -
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Marc Durant wrote:If people are treated like cattle, they'll start acting like cattle.
Morning meeting |
War Kitten
Panda McLegion
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Posted - 2014.06.19 12:04:00 -
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Quote:Developer burn out effects the entire team and seeps into every aspect of the project. As morale plummets, productivity decreases and innovation flat lines. The key to avoiding this situation is to recognizing the signs of developer burn out while there is still time to react.
*affects
Please notify the author of the correction.
I find that without a good mob to provide one for them, most people would have no mentality at all. |
Slade Trillgon
Brutor Force Federated
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Posted - 2014.06.19 12:06:00 -
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Ramona McCandless wrote:If you treat "people" with respect, they get ideas above their station
You treat them like they have no station they start getting other ideas. Funny place to be picking between either set of ideas
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Agondray
Avenger Mercenaries VOID Intergalactic Forces
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Posted - 2014.06.19 13:12:00 -
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1) Unanswered questions: with the dev turn over rates and the evidence that no one exist at ccp that started eve, people have no clue whats next nor which way to go. (the government or military take your pick)
2) Missed Deadlines: Between no one from the orginal code left and no one trying to learn the old code, nor attempt to rewrite the game in new code, they combine the new code and hope to god it works with out crippling something else.(any complex project with a start and an end, does no good when you have people trained to a job but dont know the job like installing a Garmin G1000 navigation system into a plane.)
3)Decreased Enthusiasm: Really? their constantly having parties atleast once a quarter now, plus events and music videos, if you dont like your work enough to make a difference and care about your customers (paying or not) then leave. (Working for many people across a base all because they heard of ones abilities and performance, you dont get paid any extra for outperforming, but make a difference in someones mission readiness that may affect many more people just by caring about the work you do even if it is for someone else.)
4) Finger Pointing: Happens everywhere because people are to afraid to step up and accept true responsibility, the only time something should fall on to someone else if when someone must complete their job part 1, for you to do job part 2. (like building a house, you cant build a roof if the framers done built the frame to put it on) "Sarcasm is the Recourse of a weak mine" -Dr. Smith |
Ramona McCandless
The McCandless Clan
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Posted - 2014.06.19 13:19:00 -
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Slade Trillgon wrote:Ramona McCandless wrote:If you treat "people" with respect, they get ideas above their station
You treat them like they have no station they start getting other ideas. Funny place to be picking between either set of ideas
Really? I imagine it was a very appropriate place "If someone doesn't appreciate your presence, make them appreciate your absence." - Anon. "How the **** can you think you are entitled to be such an *******?-áYou're lucky you're ALLOWED to have an opinion ..." - Solecist Project |
Sibyyl
Gallente Federation
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Posted - 2014.06.19 13:30:00 -
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Slade Trillgon wrote:Ramona McCandless wrote:If you treat "people" with respect, they get ideas above their station
You treat them like they have no station they start getting other ideas. Funny place to be picking between either set of ideas I thought you always shoot at people with "no station".. .. when everything else is gone .. |
Slade Trillgon
Brutor Force Federated
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Posted - 2014.06.19 14:42:00 -
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Ramona McCandless wrote:Slade Trillgon wrote:Ramona McCandless wrote:If you treat "people" with respect, they get ideas above their station
You treat them like they have no station they start getting other ideas. Funny place to be picking between either set of ideas Really? I imagine it was a very appropriate place
Oh, it can be until one loses the balance that kept 'them all' just happy enough Unfortunately most people in the position you bring up ultimately fail at that balance
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Sibyyl wrote: I thought you always shoot at people with "no station"..
You saw what I did there |
BeBopAReBop RhubarbPie
Unleashed Pestilence
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Posted - 2014.06.19 16:42:00 -
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Chribba wrote:Everyone, just not in development or whatever should pat other people on the back and compliment them for their work.
Even if you are thanking the bus driver for the ride, despite the bus being late, as it's most likely not the drivers fault. He will be happy you thanked him and more eager to do a good job, making it a nicer ride for you. Everyone wins.
A simple thanks makes wonders if more people started doing it.
And with that, thank you to OP for linking that article. Keep up the good work!
/c You just say this because you like being complimented! I'm not going to fall for it!
*must resist*
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Thanks for the sites Chribba. New player resources: http://wiki.eveuniversity.org/Main_Page - General information http://www.evealtruist.com/p/know-your-enemy.html - Learn to PvP http://belligerentundesirables.com/ - Safaris, Awoxes, Ganking and Griefing-á |
Eternum Praetorian
Brutor Tribe Minmatar Republic
1189
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Posted - 2014.06.19 17:47:00 -
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I wonder how long it will take the ISD's to close this thread too...
Anyone else here noticing that we are no longer allowed to talk about certain subjects?
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Solecist Project
Center for Advanced Studies Gallente Federation
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Posted - 2014.06.19 17:56:00 -
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Thank you all for existing so I can hate you and kill you.
Worthless scum. Thanks! :D The case of the bottomless dress. https://forums.eveonline.com/default.aspx?g=posts&t=349499
- Stop staring at them! ;) -
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Yarda Black
Epidemic. Nulli Secunda
191
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Posted - 2014.06.19 17:59:00 -
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The symptoms of burnout can be found incredibly easy on the internet. Burnout can and will occur in all professions.
Dont post stuff like this. Do it right and proper or not at all |
Doreen Kaundur
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Posted - 2014.06.19 18:03:00 -
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Yarda Black wrote:The symptoms of burnout can be found incredibly easy on the internet. Burnout can and will occur in all professions.
Dont post stuff like this. Do it right and proper or not at all
As the title says, this is specifically about software DEVELOPER burnout.
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Yarda Black
Epidemic. Nulli Secunda
191
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Posted - 2014.06.19 18:30:00 -
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Doreen Kaundur wrote:Yarda Black wrote:The symptoms of burnout can be found incredibly easy on the internet. Burnout can and will occur in all professions.
Dont post stuff like this. Do it right and proper or not at all As the title says, this is specifically about software DEVELOPER burnout.
No it is not. Nowhere in that "article" does he define "burnout". Nor does he bother to refer to the observations he (apperantly) uses to base his statements on.
It is very intersting to read. It is not an article about burnout tho. I'm sorry to say developers are also just human and will follow the same rules as the rest of us.
This article holds some interesting stuff about that:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Burnout_(psychology) |
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