The 5 Types of Software Developer Jerks
Which Are You?
I wish code was just about algorithms. It’s more complex than that (and I don’t mean it’s about design patterns) because there are people involved.
I’m sure your workplace is something like mine. You have a range of personalities you meet every day, and some are not quite so pleasant. We might even call some of these developers Jerks.
Let me give you a rundown of the five common types of software developer jerks you might encounter during your professional programming journey, and why they might just make you feel homicidal.
The Ego-Inflated Proclaimer
This developer believes they’re the best — and they won’t let you forget it. Every conversation turns into a monologue about their achievements. They live in a feedback loop of self-praise, often fueled by management’s recognition, leaving little room for team collaboration or diversity of thought.
The Anarchic Coder
Standards? What standards? This developer sees team-agreed coding guidelines as mere suggestions rather than rules. Their code becomes a unique dialect that only they can understand, causing headaches for anyone who dares to maintain or integrate their “innovative” solutions.
