When you realize that 90% of software engineering is maintaining code written by Gregg who hasn't worked at the company in 3 years

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The video succeeds by tapping into a highly specific, shared pain point within the software engineering community, creating an instant 'I feel seen' reaction that encourages engagement and sharing.

Summary

The creator shares a relatable observation about the reality of software engineering, specifically the frustration of maintaining legacy code written by former employees. The video highlights the common industry experience of dealing with outdated or poorly documented codebases.

Structure

1State the premise about software engineering
2Explain the frustration with legacy code
3Highlight the irony of management decisions
4Conclude with the reality of new code development

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When you realize that 90% of software engineering is maintaining code written by Gregg who hasn't worked at the company in 3 years and left because management wouldn't promote him or give him a raise but honestly he probably didn't deserve the raise because the code is very confusing. and 10% is building the code that will either never be used or won't be used for at least the next few years