Hobby-Oriented Programming: Exploring Developer Happiness and Leisure Activities

Explore the concept of hobby-oriented programming in this 21-minute conference talk by Sonja Heinen. Delve into the definition of hobbies as regular enjoyable activities and their potential to develop significant skills and knowledge. Examine the distinction between amateur and professional developers, and investigate the relationship between a programmer's happiness and leisure pursuits. Learn about the four core ingredients that make hobbies engaging and how they can be applied to programming. Discover insights from examples such as the Rails Girls Workshop and chess, and consider how hobby-oriented programming can address the notion that "reality is broken." Gain a fresh perspective on the role of leisure activities in a programmer's life and career.