The Great Developer Burnout Survey 2019

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Thanks so much for electing to help software developers everywhere by participating in this survey.

Please answer as many questions as you reasonably can. Every answer helps, write as much or as little as you want!

Have you ever suffered burnout during your time as a programmer? *

I have experienced burnout in the past

I am currently experiencing burnout

I'm unsure if I've ever suffered from burnout

I have never suffered from burnout

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If so, which of these symptoms of burnout have you experienced? *

Cynicism or feeling critical of the whole idea of writing code

A lack of the necessary energy needed to get your work or other coding projects done

Lack of motivation to "turn up" to work - physically going to the office, or logging in remotely

Unnecessary or repeated irritation, anger at co-workers, or unreasonable doubting of their competence

Avoidant or addictive behaviour - substance abuse, excess alcohol, overeating, gaming too much as a way of coping with the demands placed on you

A compulsion to overwork to compensate for a feeling of falling behind

A sense that the project or team will fall apart, that the entire success of the enterprise rests on your shoulders along

None of the above

Other:

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Are there any other signs or symptoms that let you know when you are about to burn out?

Have you experienced negative consequence to your career or studies as a result of being burnt out? Please give details.

Is burnout inevitable in software development?

Yes

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What external factors contribute to burnout? e.g. workplace culture.

What internal factors contribute to burnout? e.g. mindsets or beliefs you hold.

What strategies, if any, have you used to prevent burnout?

What strategies, if any, have you used to recover from burnout?

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Would you be interested in hearing more about "The Software Developer's Burnout Bible" resource that I'm creating?

Yes

Would you be interested in arranging a short video call with me to discuss anything related to developer burnout?

Yes

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