Beyond The Build
Beyond The Build is a podcast about the real, unfiltered experiences of being a software engineer. Hosted by two seasoned engineers, Uma and Ope, we dive into the highs, the lows, and everything in between—from career growth and technical challenges to work-life balance and industry insights. Whether you're an aspiring developer or a seasoned pro, join us as we explore the parts of tech that don’t get talked about enough.
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Beyond The Build
EP20: WFH vs WFO The Productivity Myth Everyone’s Falling For
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In this episode, we unpack the realities of working from home versus working in the office. We share what’s lost when you’re remote, like casual hallway conversations and easy collaboration and how that affects connection and visibility at work.
We also explore the upsides of remote life: fewer distractions, no commute, and more control over your time. At the same time, we dive into challenges like blurred work-life boundaries, reduced visibility, and the need to make your work legible in distributed teams.
From managing context switching to using writing as a communication tool, we talk about how engineers can stay productive and connected wherever they work and why, in the end, hybrid might be the best of both worlds.