[loa-in-backup]

You're lucky.

I automated my deployments and test analysis, which were the most time consuming tasks (sequential process, with few quirks along the way) as a developer. This gave me reliably 30-40 minute forced breaks.

Soon I got notices that there were complaints that I do not conform to the office norms, and that apparently I "sleep instead of working", and people "ask if they can work like I do" (never got any further explanation). I got passed the slip and I'm moving on to a different job next week.

[crankylinuxuser]

If you automate your job, DONT show it. Use it and hide it, unless your job is explicitly automation engineer or thereabouts.

Most places don't value the work you saved via automation. It's the company's gain; it shouldn't be yours!

And shame on you for not cranking the gear next to your computer keeping it working! /s Remember, the appearance of work matters more than actual work for almost every employee.

[rommik]

yup, that's why I carry a notepad and take notes down with a serious face and occasional frown... I doodle well too