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Why techies are forced to put in Narayana Murthy hours while others gear up for Diwali

While all techies are affected by the increased workload during the festive season, software developers, system engineers, DevOps engineers, and IT support staff are under increased pressure because they are responsible for critical tasks that cannot be delayed

November 03, 2023 / 13:20 IST
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As techies navigate late-night bug fixes, client calls, and project deliveries, these diligent professionals strive to ensure they can truly celebrate the festival of lights.

The month leading up to Diwali is often a race against time for information technology or IT warriors. With deadlines looming and clients clamouring for swift solutions, late-night shifts become the norm. Despite the alluring aroma of freshly made sweets and the sparkling glow of decorative lights, many find themselves tethered to their workstations, battling stubborn lines of code.

As they navigate late-night bug fixes, client calls, and project deliveries, these diligent professionals strive to ensure they can truly celebrate the festival of lights.

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One such IT enthusiast, 28-year-old Raghav Deora*, works tirelessly at a renowned software firm in Bangalore. He recounts his mission to celebrate an “actual Diwali” with fervour, “Diwali is our most cherished festival, and I won't let work steal the joy from it. So, I put in extra hours in the weeks leading up to it, trying to tie up all loose ends.”

The pursuit of an “actual Diwali” celebration isn’t just about avoiding late nights and having uninterrupted family time; it’s also about securing a genuine break from the constant hum of phone calls and emails. IT employees, who are used to being perpetually on call, see Diwali as a respite from their digital leashes. As the festival approaches, they clutch at the sliver of hope that their efforts will grant them a stress-free Diwali.