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Ex-Zoho coder reveals coding burnout after 3 years
2 Nov
Summary
- An ex-Zoho employee shared his three-year experience caused stress and anxiety.
- He found renewed confidence and interest in coding at a smaller startup.
- Zoho founder announced deferral of usual salary hikes due to rising costs.
A former Zoho employee, Kewal Agarwal, shared his difficult three-year experience at the company, from May 2015 to June 2018. He described feeling constantly stressed and anxious, which led to a loss of confidence and a dislike for coding.
Agarwal's experience shifted significantly after joining a smaller startup in September 2020. Within a year, he regained his lost confidence and later transitioned into product management roles. His story highlights how the right work environment can profoundly impact professional growth and career choices.
This account follows Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu's recent announcement that the company would defer its usual salary hikes for employees this year. Vembu cited rising server prices and increased AI usage as reasons for higher operational costs. He apologized for the decision, stating the company aimed to avoid layoffs despite industry challenges.
