Best of Remote Work — January 2025

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   Code Like A Girl·1y

   Remote Work for Developers in 2025: Opportunities and Challenges

   Remote work for developers has transitioned from a perk to a standard practice, and by 2025, it's expected to see further transformation with new tools like AI-powered code reviews and virtual reality meetings. Effective remote work involves mastering advanced tools, collaborating across different time zones, and managing time efficiently. Success in this environment requires flexibility, continuous learning, and building strong digital relationships.

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   InfoWorld·1y

   Are 10% of your software engineers lazy?

   Research from Stanford suggests that nearly 10% of software engineers, referred to as 'ghosts,' do virtually nothing but collect hefty salaries. The study criticizes remote workers, implying they spend more time on non-work activities. However, the study's reliance on code commits as a measure of productivity is flawed since writing code is not the only, or most important, task for senior engineers. Effective software development involves understanding and managing software and translating business needs into technical implementations. Counting code commits can be misleading and potentially harmful if used as the sole productivity metric.

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   JetBrains·1y

   Introducing CodeCanvas 2024.3

   CodeCanvas 2024.3 is now live, introducing new features like license management through JetBrains accounts, the ability to restrict copy/paste in JetBrains IDEs for security, custom relay servers for better multi-region support, and simplified Git integration. These enhancements make CodeCanvas an even more competitive tool for orchestrating cloud development environments (CDEs).

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