128 - New Future of Work: How developer collaboration and productivity are changing in a hybrid work model

Microsoft's New Future of Work initiative aims to help companies navigate the shift towards a flexible hybrid work model by providing insights on remote collaboration and productivity. In this episode, Chief Scientist Jaime Teevan and Principal Productivity Engineer Brian Houck discuss the unique challenges faced by developers during the pandemic and how taking a holistic approach to productivity can benefit both efficiency and well-being. They highlight the importance of social connections and processes in a field often thought of as solitary, and explore the pros and cons of developers carrying out everyday tasks such as code reviews and brainstorming in a hybrid work setting.

With the work landscape rapidly evolving, this podcast provides valuable insights for both Microsoft employees and customers using Microsoft developer platforms.