Why I Love Being a Software Engineer

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[lkke]

why is there a cafe with a car in the middle lmao

[rubalaji]

I am a software architect. I 100% agree with what you said. The job satisfaction that the work gives(after a problem is solved) is more valuable the money.

[tylerbtruckin]

As a truck driver I understand how you feel about feeling disconnected from the world. I’m in the truck more than I’m at home. I’m currently trying to teach myself how to code currently using Scrimba. So far so good. Maybe one day I’ll have this lifestyle.

[Invester]

"I feel disconnected from the real world". Bruh spitting facts.

[TheRealJohnMadden]

I feel the same way about IT. I may not be on the skill level of a software engineer, but automating virtual machine build and deployment or pushing a new group policy to a mass amount of workstations always feels amazing.

[QWEEKEN]

I am a SWE, the reason I enjoy it is a bit selfish. It’s a job that offers one of the best lifestyle. Granted, I enjoy what I do, but also I really appreciate the fact work starts and ends when I close my computer. There is little barrier preventing me from making money, and the transition from work to life is seamless in my eyes. Work is important, but life is more so.

[adennis]

Im currently a backend engineer doing java and for me its definitely the ability to build something that has a purpose. I can solve problems with my bare hands and my mind. I dont need to buy cement, i dont need to get approval from hundreds of people, i just sit, think, write code, think more, write more code and at the end i have created something that works, that solves problems/satisfies needs.

[Trainsforlife]

I totally understand. It is all about what is behind what people are able or allowed to see, regarding your job. I am a train driver and many people think i just pull a few levers or push some buttons. But it is so much more, different driving techniques during different loads and weather, route knowledge, troubleshooting, accidents...it is so much more but that is the beauty of it. Keep it up, Marko. I particularly enjoy your vlog - style videos too. Respect from Thessaloniki, Greece!

[TheCodeHunter]

as a junior software engineer, what keeps me going Is when I know people are using my software, it just makes me happy which motivates me to stay in this profession.

[emilisemilis]

I Am a mechanical engineer and I know nothing about software engineering but I get the idea of satisfaction of creating something out of nothing. The satisfation I get when I finish a project for example in Solidworks that was just a blank tab couple of days ago is soo good.

[reykig.]

I am a software engineer and a Mathematician. Currently going for my PhD in robotics. SE helps me build code and test my program whilst my math degree helps me think logically. I do not regret neither as it helps me in graduate school. I initially chose just software engineering simply because u can built something from nothing. Ultimately I switched to robotics because it’s more of my passion. Again, I do mot regret it one bit!

[Quickbn]

I strongly relate. Although i'm insanely greatful to be a developer, especially in the current job market, my ideal situation would be having a handful of easy to manage products / apps bringing in some income and work part time at a nice coffee shop. I've always regretted not getting a chance to work as a Barista !

Edit: Also a tip on peripherals you could give a shot: Try using both a mouse and a magic trackpad at the same time. One on each side of the keyboard. I use the trackpad for window management via gestures but still have the mouse for all the benefits it brings. Best of both worlds for me and means i don't miss the extra features of the MX Master and can use any mouse i fancy.

[Icanhasmycheesburger]

I think that software development, as many other jobs, can be both a laid back and a very stressful profession. It really depends on where you work, how much you allow yourself to work and your own motivations for doing it. As the job market is today, we have a lot of options, so if one job is very stressful you can always just get a new one. Or at least just say to your boss that you’re not thriving if there are too many deadlines or whatever.
If you use a lot of your free time to do job related things, like reading the documentation and release notes of cloud providers😂, you might get burnt out without even noticing.
Just my take anyway.

My motivation has always been and still is that it’s actually quite fun to solve problems. To find cool solutions and see people’s everyday life get easier because of tools or automations that I’ve created is really rewarding.
So my advice to anyone feeling a bit like they are writing code in a vacuum and have motivations like: “I’m doing it only because it’s work” or “for the money”: try getting closer to the users of the programs/apps/whatever. Talk to them and try to make shit that really impact their lives. Its very rewarding 😊

[premalupadhyay]

Man seriously, I see many creators just showing off good lifestyle, so called swag of being software engineer, but you stated the reality, simply loved it...

[LjupcheVasilev]

I agree 100%, the feeling of creating something, solving a problem is so good I don't think I can get that from any other job

[Towla]

You have encouraged me to keep going strong as someone in the same field. Thanks!

[RickNassar]

I know that café very well! So nice to see it again. Awesome app too! the 16:9 aspect ratio is very handy too.

[FreeFlightGuy]

I love nerding out and learning about efficiency.

[moonxcoder]

Wow, it really was a nice video to watch. I strongly agree with you, the best part of software engineering is the ability to create and automate out of nothing, it is truly beautiful. My goal as a software engineer is to one day make my own company which purpose is to make software that really helps people manage their life.

It was really nice to hear that you hired a new editor, surely there will be more videos form now on 😃. Keep the good work Marko! Hope the best for you.

[hydenp]

Nailed it. The ability to go zero to one with little to no friction is my favorite part as well!