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Aug 18, 2026 · Industry Insights
What’s the Real Reason Programmers Work Late?
The article argues that most programmer overtime isn’t caused by demanding bosses or shifting requirements, but stems from personal inefficiencies, an inability to refuse unreasonable tasks, and using the office as a refuge from an unfulfilling life outside work.
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