Away From the Keyboard: Everton Agner, Staff Software Engineer

Everton Agner, a Staff Software Engineer at MongoDB, emphasizes the importance of team support and transparent communication in maintaining healthy work-life boundaries. He prioritizes going to the office a couple of times a week, having small rituals, and being open about his personal life and responsibilities with his managers. Having a hybrid and distributed team allows him to set boundaries between work and personal life effectively. Agner believes that setting clear boundaries is crucial for avoiding the trap of never disconnecting from work, even when not on call or expected to do so by anyone. He also stresses the importance of making time for personal activities, such as exercise, breakfast, and language classes, to fully dedicate himself to his personal life without affecting success at his job. By being mindful of notifications and setting boundaries, developers can achieve a better balance between their work and personal lives.