[vandal_at_your]

For me automation was learned behavior in lockstep with my ability to solve problems via programming. It eventually became automatic: to the point that my own patience with manual repetition and documentation of manual processes is minimal. This latter attitude does not do me any good in the enterprise infotech world. Especially in heterogeneous environments or where I don't have front to back visibility. I'd argue that while being able to automate is a great good understanding the business constraints and making good decisions about where you work becomes critical if you must trade toil for time.