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Comment by abalashov | original | Grieving the loss of details
[−]abalashov · 2026-10-11 Sun 05:16 UTC · link
> It seems in our profession there might be less satisfaction from work, but if it leaves me with more space to accomplish things in my own time, I think I prefer it.

I wonder why you expect to have more space to accomplish it. What happens when the managers realise that they can get more 3x, 5x, 10x, whatever x more software?

Also, let's briefly revisit the source of all economic value: scarcity. If you can kick your feet up more, you can't expect to be paid as much for it.