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by debuggist

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How do you motivate developers?

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by jooehrlein

I think you need to look at the people and see what they want. Developers aren't really that different from everyone else.

However, the same thing that will motivate one person will do nothing for someone else. It also depends on what benefits you already have as to what you can add as a motivation.

Here are some suggestions:
1. Salary increase or a bonus based on amount of work on latest project.
2. Flex time.
3. Awards for extra time off after the project is done.
4. Flexibility towork from home part-time.
5. New hardware once they finish current assignment.
6. Let them know that you're paying attention to what's causing problems. Answer questions as soon as possible. Put some change control in so that requirements aren't changing just before release.
7. Find out what they like and give small treats -- chocolate, small toys (like gimmes from conferences)

by nhj

Human system is the most complex system in the world and hence your question is very relevant.

My simple and straight forward answer is "Treat them as HUMANS and ensure they are not USED or converted to OBJECTS / MACHINES"

The mechanics then remains the same whether you deal with developers or office boys.

by nhj

Human system is the most complex system in the world and hence your question is very relevant.

My simple and straight forward answer is "Treat them as HUMANS and ensure they are not USED or converted to OBJECTS / MACHINES"

The mechanics then remains the same whether you deal with developers or office boys.

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