Changelog Master Feed An aberrant generation of programmers (Changelog & Friends #11)
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Aug 18, 2023 Speakers discuss the decline of enthusiast programmers and the changing demographics of programmers. They explore topics such as the concept of a 10x developer, the challenges of software engineering, and the use of AI tools in programming. They also reflect on their own journeys in programming and emphasize the importance of experience and understanding in the industry.
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Unique Enthusiast Programmer Generation
- The so-called "enthusiast programmers" generation may be unique due to growing with simpler, more comprehensible computers.
- Subsequent generations face more complex, less introspective devices, affecting their relationship with programming.
Tinkering with PlayStation Portable
- Landon obsessed over modifying his PlayStation Portable, even risking a battery puncture.
- This hands-on tinkering exemplifies the deep curiosity driving many programmers.
Programming as Experimentation
- Programming appeals to curious minds experimenting with systems to understand the world.
- This experimentation forms a core identity trait for many programmers.