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title: What programmers do
date: "2006-04-04T12:00:00Z"
categories:
  - links
wp_id: 374
description: I highlight Eugene Lazutkin's insights into the multifaceted nature of programming. The post examines why the job involves much more than typing code, focusing instead on the problem-solving and structural thinking required for the role.
keywords: [programming, software development, eugene lazutkin, work habits, problem solving, engineering culture]
---

[What programmers do](http://lazutkin.com/blog/2006/apr/2/what-programmers-do/).