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Explore how playfulness and experimentation enhance productivity in software engineering through this 26-minute Engineering Culture Podcast episode. Discover why "messing around and having fun" actually improves problem-solving capabilities in creative knowledge work, while examining the evolving role of developers as they transition from hands-on coding to code management with AI tools. Learn about the critical importance of managing cognitive load in modern development practices and understand how incorporating play into your work approach can lead to better engineering outcomes. Gain insights from Holly Cummins as she discusses the intersection of creativity, productivity, and software development culture with InfoQ's Lead Editor for Culture & Methods, Shane Hastie.
