(Part 1/2) Remote Work - An Engineer’s Perspective (feat. Jason Crum)
Published: 2024-01-18 01:29:09

In this podcast episode, Krish interviews Jason Crum, a Senior Enterprise Architect, about remote work from an engineer's perspective. They discuss various aspects of remote work, including pre-pandemic, during pandemic, and post-pandemic experiences, preferences for remote or in-office work, benefits and challenges of remote work, limitations of remote work, social interaction, pairing in remote work, implementing remote work in startups, team dynamics, and challenges of non-engineers in remote teams.

## Takeaways
- Remote work offers flexibility and the ability to manage time effectively.
- Remote work can limit social interaction and the ability to collaborate in person.
- Pairing in remote work can be challenging but can also be beneficial for certain tasks.
- Implementing remote work in startups requires considering team dynamics and ensuring everyone is either remote or in-office.
- Non-engineers in remote teams may face unique challenges.

## Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Welcome

01:10 Favorite Food Items

04:06 Remote Work Experience

06:23 Pre-Pandemic, During Pandemic, and Post-Pandemic Remote Work

10:33 Preference for Remote or In-Office Work

13:07 Benefits and Challenges of Remote Work

15:28 Limitations of Remote Work

19:16 Social Interaction and Remote Work

20:39 Pairing in Remote Work

24:46 Implementing Remote Work in Startups

27:50 Team Dynamics in Remote Work

29:43 Challenges of Non-Engineers in Remote Teams

32:21 Closing Comments

## Summary

**Location and Personal Background:**
- Jason discusses his location in Alaska and his experience with remote work over the years.
- He shares insights into his decision to work remotely and the challenges and benefits associated with it.

**Evolution of Remote Work:**
- Krish and Jason discuss the evolution of remote work, including pre-pandemic, during the pandemic, and potential post-pandemic scenarios.
- Jason explains the transition to a remote-first approach in his organization and the changes in office infrastructure.

**Preferences and Adjustments in Remote Work:**
- Krish and Jason discuss individual preferences for remote work and potential adjustments in different scenarios.
- Jason shares his perspective on the benefits and drawbacks of remote work based on personal habits and work style.

**Challenges and Benefits of Remote Work:**
- Jason highlights the challenges of maintaining work-life balance and setting boundaries in a remote environment.
- Krish adds insights into the social aspects of remote work and the importance of communication and collaboration.

**Pair Programming and Collaboration:**
- Krish and Jason delve into the topic of pair programming and collaborative work in remote settings.
- They discuss the challenges and benefits of pair programming and the importance of compatible personalities and work styles.

**Recommendations for Startups:**
- Jason provides recommendations for startups regarding implementing remote work practices.
- He discusses the importance of flexibility and adaptability in remote work setups, especially for smaller organizations.

## Video
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## Transcript

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