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As a computer scientist/programmer, is there anything you would change about the environment of your job?

Do you find the place you work at stressful or comforting? Any windows? Lots of room or are you in a cubicle? I would like to have an understanding of how the working atmosphere will likely be within the computer science field. #computer-science #computer-software #computer #computer-programming #software-development #web-development #development #program-development

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Joanne’s Answer

A big trend of late is the concept of open floor space (basically, removing you from your cubes and having everyone in one place with no walls).


We are in the midst of going there and no one seems too thrilled.


Another note to keep in mind is that telecommuting, or the power to work from home, is readily available. You have to have discipline and a nice work space to make that efficient.
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Gilberto’s Answer

There's one thing maybe and it would be to have free coffee. But honestly, I really enjoy what I'm doing. My cubicle or I should say old cubicle, was spacious and have everything I need to do my work efficiently, I really never had any disconformity or something that make me feel less motivated. Also, it was close to windows and a small cafe area, which I must say, spend some time there talking to other colleagues. The cubicle in which I was working was good, in my opinion.

Now, I'm working from home, and I must say that my studio is comfortable and has windows close to me, and the equipment that I was previously using in my old cubicle and still enjoying what I'm doing. The transition was smooth, so I realize that in the end, it depends, if you enjoy what you do, then the location of the place will be less important, as long you feel comfortable.
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Tony’s Answer

I've been a distributed employee for many years now. I've found that the companies I want to work for have a philosophy and values generally that aligns well with a distributed team. So, I can't say that there is much I would change in my environment.

I do enjoy being able to meet my coworkers in person from time to time, but I like that it isn't a requirement of doing my day-to-day job.

The one place I really disliked working was in an open floor-plan office. The noise was just intolerable. Hearing someone talking on the phone across the office, or sneeze, cough, laugh made it nearly impossible for me to focus.
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Prakash 'pk'’s Answer

As Joanne mentioned the new trend following the new digital startups (Google, Facebook, etc.) is to adopt open floor plan. It works well for companies/teams that are located in same building or larger portions of teams are collocated. It works well as it does project open areas and lots of areas for collaboration team work space (rather than formal conference rooms).

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Eloisa’s Answer

Working in the IT industry can be hectic and stressful at times. One way of coping with stress is having a strong support system amongst the members of your team. It's a good thing to have a good relationship with your teammates and colleagues; it will somehow balance out the stress of the workload. I can say I am just lucky to be part of a company that encourages and promotes a healthy work-life balance to it's employees.
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