Do you agree with intrusive time tracking software?

F. — Tue, 22 Jun 2021 11:25:24 +0000

I've started my developer career as a remote worker in a remote-only company, I thought it was great and that in this way I would have had a generally happier life (more free time, flexible time schedule and so on).

I was wrong.

I understand the usage of time tracking apps, but I guess there is a limit.

Our current software (HubStaff) is set to track EVERYTHING on my PC. I don't know if this is the industry standard for small companies (less than 10 employees), but having my desktop screenshot every x minute, all my browser activity logged and having a statistic for combined mouse/keyboard usage (with mail alerts when the daily avarage is under 50%) kinda feels like is too much and makes me feel anxious.

Should I just get used to this or it's actually an extreme case?

Do tech companies care about your look?

F. — Sun, 16 Sep 2018 13:32:59 +0000

I'm at the beginning of my developer career and one question kinda haunts me: does the look of the developer matters in his or her chances to get the job?
I'm talking about tattoos and piercings, the most common, evident and "hated" body modifications the companies tend to not like at all.

I personally care about my look and about what I'm wearing, but even if my tattoos aren't directly visible with a normal shirt on, my piercings (lip, ear and a nose bridge) are very evident.

What's your opinion about this? Have you had any experiences either as a recruiter or as an employee?

DEV Community: F.

Do you agree with intrusive time tracking software?

Do tech companies care about your look?