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Discussion on: How does being a programmer affects your world view?

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Adam Staples • Edited

I think it goes both ways. Since I was a kid I always loved Legos, K'Nex, and making practical things like a home-made adjustable standing desk. Programming just felt like a natural extension of those hobby projects.

Working in software full time has taught me that I can solve nearly any problem so long as the time and effort to learn a new skill is cheaper than the cost of having someone else do it. I've attempted some terrifying car and home repairs on my own to save some money and try to learn some new skills. Being a professional problem solver has been incredibly valuable.