EPISODE · Dec 13, 2025 · 22 MIN
Web News: Should Developers Code Over The Holidays? (Hustle Culture)
from HTML All The Things - Web Development, AI, and Developer Careers · host Matt Lawrence and Mike Karan
The holidays are coming up, and for many developers that brings up a familiar dilemma - should you keep coding, learning, and building… or should you unplug and take a real break? With fast-moving frameworks, constant updates, and pressure to stay relevant, stepping away can feel risky. But burnout is real, and the holidays are often one of the few chances we get to properly recharge. In this Web News, we talk about whether developers should code over the holidays, when it makes sense to keep tinkering, and when it’s healthier to step back and reset. Show Notes: https://www.htmlallthethings.com/podcast/should-developers-code-over-the-holidays-hustle-culture
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Should developers code over the holidays, or is it better to fully unplug? In this Web News, we explore hustle culture in tech, the fear of falling behind, and the importance of rest. We break down when holiday coding can be productive and enjoyable - and when taking time off can actually make you a better developer in the long run.
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