We will look at what programmer burnout is, the symptoms, how to prevent it and how to get out of it if you are already burnt out.

1. Programmer
Burnout
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What is it?
How do I prevent it?
How do I get out of it?

2. What is programmer burnout?
Loss of motivation & passion
Feeling fatigued mentally and physically
Feelings of isolation
Feelings of depression & anxiety around work and other things (mild to
severe)
Can severely affect other parts of your life like your relationship

3. What causes burnout?
Sitting in front of a computer for 8+ hours per day
Your mind is pushed to the max for hours on end
Doing the same type of work day in and day out (Feeling stuck)
Being isolated from other people
Lack of exercise & sleep

4. Preventing Burnout
Keep things fresh – keep that passion
Take breaks through the day
Take a vacation from coding every few months
Exercise & get enough sleep
Be around other people

5. Getting Out Of Burnout
Take some time off (Length varies dramatically for everyone)
Find a new hobby
Start off slow when you come back
Try a different language / stack
Change your coding environment (outer and inner)