We are a small group of 8 to 12 developers. We have clients that run web applications. Some are starting to ask for 24 hour emergency support. What is the best scheme for having employees share on-call duties? What compensation should be provided? I would be happy to hear what good schemes you have witnessed and experienced. ...
I find that developers tend to become increasingly negative as they become more tired, stressed out, and overcommitted. What tricks do you use to keep a positive attitude? Are there books or blogs you find helpful? Particular activities? I'm looking for morale boosters. Edit: Making this a community wiki ...
Man, I just had this project given to me - expand on this they say. This is an example of ONE function: <?php //500+ lines of pure wonder. function page_content_vc($content) { global $_DBH, $_TPL, $_SET; $_SET['ignoreTimezone'] = true; lu_CheckUpdateLogin(); if($_SESSION['dash']['VC']['switch'] == 'unmanned' || $_SESS...
While peer programing what is the most optimal way to offer constructive criticism? How do you critique without pointing out flaws? ...
Two separate, but related questions: (1) How is the job market for programmers in the Rocky Mountain/Western U.S.? (I'm a 48 year old New Yorker who's ready to make a location change. Climate, both natural and corporate, has a lot to do with it.) (2) How is the workplace environment in small/medium shops in those regions? (I'm looki...