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Here's how you can juggle coding, testing, and other project tasks as a software engineer.

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Balancing the demands of a software engineering role requires a strategic approach to manage coding, testing, and various other project tasks. As a software engineer, your days are often split between writing code, debugging, and ensuring that everything you build is reliable and efficient. It's a juggling act that demands not only technical expertise but also excellent time management and organizational skills. To help you maintain your productivity without burning out, let's dive into some practical strategies that can streamline your workflow and keep your projects on track.

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1 Prioritize Tasks

Begin each day by identifying the most critical tasks that need your attention. Use a method like the Eisenhower Matrix, which categorizes tasks by urgency and importance, to help you focus on what really matters. If you have a large feature to implement, break it down into smaller, manageable pieces and tackle them one by one. Remember, not everything can be a top priority, so be realistic about what you can achieve in a day and don't be afraid to delegate when possible.

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Eduardo Miranda

Principal Engineering Manager @ Microsoft | Computer Engineering
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To split work items, apply the 80/20 rule, identify the 20% slice that brings 80% of the value, prioritize those, and then question, do we really need to do the other slice?!

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Prasad Kalimuthu

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1.Identify task based on priority then pick the high priority one. 2.In high priority task , pick the task which need others input as first task to work.

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Ann Miriam James

Technology Lead | Scrum Master| MSSQL|PLSQL
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When working with multiple teams or tasks,splitting our 9 hours equally might not help always and can be derailing, if we are not able to prioritise the tasks that are assigned.One thing that has helped me in prioritising has been " the impact and the users".When the expectations from all the teams are the same, this works.If the ask is in production and involves users being not able to proceed, I rather give those more importance than the others. Also if a subtask involves following up on a mail or a ticked logged long ago ,I would take the first thirty minutes of my mornings to send a reminder.Another is the doability and the time estimated.If tasks have same impact and priority, I would finish the one with "doability in a short time".

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Atin Wadehra

Strategy and Transformation Leader | Relationship Manager | Portfolio Manager | Delivery Manager
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Start your day by looking at the Pending Items/To Do List in your bucket. Do an estimate of time required for each and pick up based on priority/estimate/due date visualizing the day/week/month ahead. Ensure to mark complete and update your To Do List before signing off for the day and do this every day/week/month to help deliver your assigned tasks while juggling between coding, testing and other activities as required.

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2 Time Blocks

Dedicate specific time blocks for coding, testing, and meetings throughout your day. This technique, known as time blocking, helps you maintain focus on one type of task at a time. For instance, you might reserve your mornings for deep work like coding when your concentration is at its peak, and your afternoons for collaborative tasks such as code reviews or meetings. Stick to these blocks as closely as possible, but also allow some flexibility for unexpected issues or inspiration.

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Ann Miriam James

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The keyword being "flexible",given the fact that when you work with a larger team or maybe multiple teams, your days are not "yours".But assessing your day at the start and deciding on the number of breaks in between and planning your actions accordingly, is a good approach.If possible, getting all meetings done at one go, either in the morning or in the afternoon, so that at least half the day is ours to do the longer tasks.

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3 Automate Tasks

Automation is your ally in managing repetitive tasks efficiently. Identify processes that you can automate, such as setting up continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines for testing and deployment. Use tools that can handle routine checks or even automate certain aspects of code formatting and review. The time you save through automation can be redirected to more complex and creative engineering challenges.

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4 Stay Agile

Embrace Agile methodologies to adapt quickly to changes and iterate on your work. Agile encourages short development cycles called sprints, allowing for frequent reassessment and adjustment of project goals. This iterative process can help you stay flexible and responsive to feedback or changing requirements. Daily stand-ups and sprint retrospectives are also key Agile practices that keep the team aligned and focused on progress.

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5 Collaborate Wisely

Effective collaboration is crucial in a software engineering team. Use pair programming to tackle difficult problems together or to onboard new team members. Engage in code reviews not only to improve code quality but also to share knowledge across the team. Communication tools and project management software can help keep everyone informed and on the same page without overwhelming you with meetings or emails.

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Prasad Kalimuthu

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Some task can be executed much faster when we collaborate. Identify the SMEs who can help and don't hesitate to get their inputs. This will help you to understand and execute the task more faster and better way.

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6 Reflect Daily

End your day with a brief reflection on what you've accomplished and what could be improved. This practice can help you identify any bottlenecks in your workflow and adjust your approach for the following day. Take note of the tasks that took longer than expected and analyze why that was the case. Regular reflection is a powerful tool for continuous self-improvement and can lead to more effective time management.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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1 Prioritize Tasks

2 Time Blocks

3 Automate Tasks

4 Stay Agile

5 Collaborate Wisely

6 Reflect Daily

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