Week In My Life As a Software Engineer in Seattle | Hybrid 9-5, Maintaining Healthy Habits

Hi everyone,
My first work week vlog is here! I've wanted to document my typical week for the longest time so I'm glad I can finally share with you all highlights of my work week! Outside of work, you'll most likely find me at my work out sessions. It's one of my structured habits that I need and has been around since the start of my corporate life.
Anyway, I hope this video can give you a better insight into my day to day life!
xx,
Jenn
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00:00 - intro
00:17 - monday
02:59 - tuesday
05:22 - wednesday
07:39 - thursday
09:47 - friday
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[@thecommonsensecapricorn]

I'm trying so hard to figure out what to do as a big girl at 25, but I don't want to spend my whole day on a computer, only getting fresh air in the evening :( that seems so depressing to me...

[@tranvo1846]

⁠@@ruridiariesI promise it goes by very quick when you have work to do but I understand it may not be for everyone! It does pay well though & I get to WFH most of the time, just gotta figure out the right balance of going out and having hobbies

[@Jerome_111]

Work is slavery

[@treasurestrove170]

The way I see it, anything you do as a job will always be depressing at some point. Even if it’s a “passion” it will end up being work and might ruin that passion for you. So yk I feel like, if you’re going to have a job make it at least comfortable,high paying, and meaningful.

[@JasSingh-vn9uq]

Success requires sacrifice ✨

[@ZephyrXO]

I found your channel yesterday and have already watched some of your videos (especially the Q&A ones and the ones where you talk about your career as a software engineer), and you have inspired me greatly ✨️ Especially since I was studying something I wasn't really passionate about and I made the switch to CS and I'm happier than ever :) I hope someday to get to your level, sending hugs 💕

[@imjenncho]

i'm glad you find them helpful & inspiring! it really means a lot to me to hear this. best of luck to you 💕

[@ckyay004]

I love how calm and chill your channel is :Dand howl is so cute

[@imjenncho]

thanks for the kind words! howl is definitely the cutest 🤭

[@warrior29363]

You can also say how boring is her

[@WilliamMontero-fq3uh]

I wish your videos were endless!! I really enjoy watching your videos Jenn!! Xoxo

[@imjenncho]

I'm trying to upload more consistently~ i appreciate the support 💖

[@jovannysanchez]

Introvert gang! every time I go into the office I try to take one of the empty office spaces so it feels as much as working from my room as possible lmao. Friday vibes are the same I try to keep them meeting free, just my team's happy hour lol. Great video! Rewatch on Sunday to get ready for next week 💪

[@imjenncho]

lol, i also try to find a quiet corner 😆 i guess introverts all think alike! hope you have a great upcoming work week~

[@claraluzllopes]

I'm a software engineering student and I'm loving your videos, really inspiring and makes me feel great, keep on going ❤

[@komando005]

Its always very entertaining to watch your vlogs ❤

[@assirach]

Woah you are so pretty! Found your channel today✨ i have depression so my week looks nothing like yours, but i love to watch you live your productive stable life😊 boss girl💪🏼

[@michelleh.5225]

Depression here too haha 😅 makes me feel bad seeing these productive, well-organized people working at clean desks when the best I can do is work sideways from my bed 😂

[@ryandodoyvillanueva9269]

Cat: Don't work mom! Just focus on me! Meow! Such a cutie cat! :)

[@fallencheeto4762]

Love the vibes 🔥

[@emilyrodriguez.]

Great video Jenn! ♥

[@jun_solla]

뭔가 힐링되는 기분이에요. 영어 듣기 연습에도 도움이 되네요. 감사합니다. 좋은 하루 보내세요~

[@saludosselena]

Just found your channel!! Your vibe is so relaxing, excited to watch more of your videos!! Hope to be in the tech world too. 💖

[@jeekim597]

Can relate so much as another introvert here 🙋🏼‍♀️🤣 definitely need a space in between office days

[@osiyoadilova]

I fall in love with your video and vibe. I'm also a Software Engineer, working remotely and trying to maintain a healthy life 😅

[@roryroopa]

We have the same dining setup and tabby furbaby :D Great video, so inspiring!

[@Marinate305]

I make homemade Iced Carmel Macchiattos at home and use both the Torani and Oatly. I also like and use the Planet Oat Extra Creamy occasionally. Cheers!

[@the_ghost_investor]

Keep the good job and don't forget to invest.

[@amelinarifkoh]

This vlog is so cool❤

[@syzrixii]

hii! it's my first time watching ur video and i enjoyed ittt :D subbed alr and can't wait to see moreee! fighting!

[@PedroHenrique-rd9pf]

Loved the headphones

[@cozydrowzy]

Taking courses atm for Software Engineering, rlly want to get into this field and i just hope it works out for me so i enjoy watching this type of videos for inspiration & motivation:))

[@Its_Kayciee]

How are courses going for you so far?

[@cozydrowzy]

@@Its_Kayciee i stopped 😭

[@Its_Kayciee]

@@cozydrowzy Whyy 😭

[@cozydrowzy]

@@Its_Kayciee just aint good for me

[@ilzium8210]

@@cozydrowzy also starting what happened lol

[@AlwaysTrickster]

lovely vid 💗

[@breannegeorge9924]

I'm so glad I work 100% from home - office life is just so boring

[@nurichafajariani3861]

your cat is so cuteee 😭❤️

[@MrSprinklecupcake86]

I love your videos! Can we get a tutorial on how you curl your hair and your outfit details from Tuesday? Love the jacket and jeans!!

[@imjenncho]

i never thought i'd be asked for hair tutorials & outfit details! i'll definitely try to do hair tutorials in the near future maybe as short form? As for outfit details, the blue cardigan is from Gap and jeans are from Paige! I'll try to find a more efficient way link outfit details & products for future videos :)

[@eimearmcmanus372]

I loved the yellow fleece. ^^ Where is it from?@@imjenncho

[@edwardleecaliforniausa]

Good morning Jenn happy Saturday morning and happy weekend and I loved your vlogs and you are amazing Supporter

[@imjenncho]

hope you had a great weekend as well :)

[@edwardleecaliforniausa]

@imjenncho good morning your welcome sending you hugs ❤️ 🤗

[@-seoulair]

at 3:00 was very funny just eating and standing in front of the cat looking straight at it 🤣🤣

[@Brasilensis]

Your voice is so soothing :)

[@bibharamshrestha8865]

omg i love ur vlogs!!!, i'm currently studying comp sci in austria and i really enjoy ur vlogs!!:D PS: what type of macbook r u using? thx in advance!!🧡

[@aliauanthony5168]

Thanks for motivation

[@LearnAnything203]

Hey Jenn. Im a 17 year old ib high school student. I've just started learning java script as my first language and really want to become a software engineer. I'm really glad I found your channel, its really cool motivation for me. ANy tips you have to offer?

[@delfixx]

those coffee glasses are so pretty 😍 where did u get them from?

[@nisha8500]

Awesome video ❤

[@eladhzx]

אהבתי את הסרטון! Please don't worry.

[@MeMirrorCard]

This is cool. Can we see a video about social life at work?

[@jvee429]

Hi! Super cute vlog! Can you share what camera it is you’re using? It looked like a cute little boxy camera 10:55

[@jstn616]

Bro i’m on my second year and can’t wait to be in this position

[@raymondong349]

this video just made me want to get a cat to make my wfh days feel more enjoyable :)

[@oliviadang1444]

Which camera have you used? Your vlog is very inspiring ❤

[@Dangquoctrieu25]

i love your voice when you say "excuse me" 😅

[@labcoatdiaries7657]

Howl is so cute 😍

[@thetambayjourney]

What is the first thing I need to do to become Software Engineer? Second is what programming language should I focus on? I hope you can answer my question. I really appriciate it if you do. thanks

[@lilaznballaz1022]

Come down to Portland, OR for your weekends!

[@latrellsprewell1134]

Beautiful!!

[@mangoclient]

LMFAOOO when your cat's face just popped into the camera on friday

[@gatnilab]

Gotta love coding haha I get more productive when working at night I like the vibe when everyone is sleeping while you doing work I dunno is probably just me

[@steverhinehart9794]

Love your cat.

[@kaoapithep3199]

I also relate with you when I want more concentration. So I had to unplug the second monitor in order to do that. 😂

[@nickaguirre2196]

Hi Jenn, first time seeing your channel! I was wondering, is your work-life balance good? I ask this because I applied to SWE II role yesterday... 😅

[@imjenncho]

It really depends on the team and project season! The work/life balance is pretty good in my team. Best of luck with interviews!

[@leetcodeking4859]

How do you like working at Amazon? I was hired at Amazon during Covid, and work as an L6 SDE in Miami Florida, but they are wanting me to move back. Nobody else in my state pays me as much though.

[@michellechen407]

Hello! ❤3:20 Where's your backpack from? Been looking for a backpack for work

[@imjenncho]

this is the Lululemon Everywhere Backpack 22L! I love the size and simple design of it. Though, I will say that the laptop sleeve is a bit too snug for my 16 inch work laptop.

[@aliauanthony5168]

That is my dream course

[@budiwijayaho7476]

Amazing

[@rosdale241checkingin7]

what's your headphones? so cool

[@ExpelliarmusHD]

Where is your cardigan from?

[@niel.h4184]

Hi Jenn, nice vlog! Would you mind sharing where do you to get your cat home at @1:54? Thanks, appreciated it!

[@imjenncho]

linked here! www.amazon.com/AUOON-Central-Playground-Material-Rosiness/dp/B0BGRZK2SF/ref=sr_1_43?crid=1TZ5HY76ES0MM&keywords=cat%2Bdonut%2Btunnel&qid=1695579385&sprefix=cat%2Bdonut%2Btunnel%2B%2Caps%2C112&sr=8-43&th=1

[@niel.h4184]

Thanks so much!!!@@imjenncho

[@MinouilleAlt]

Would you say that software engineering is a good job for introverts? :) I just discovered your channel and I love it! 😊

[@AdamLMore]

It’s not, it’s a very team driven occupation. You are always working with people and meeting new people. Also, there is a ton of meetings (which increase the more senior you become). The only part of it that is in isolation is the coding (which sometimes happens in pairs). If you can handle that though, I would personally highly recommend it. Especially if you like solving problems and love learning about technology!

[@maximusthegreatest]

Software engineering is totally a good job for introverts. Ya, teamwork is involved but you can spend most of your day cranking out code. You're coding most of the day(idk how it is working for facebook or something, maybe they are talking all day), but the coding jobs I had were sitting in front of a computer with the occasional teamwork.

[@Atharav7]

Mam I only have one question as a software Engineer,do you have to learn multiple programming languages?In the present I am on python should I continue it or change onto c++ or Java ?

[@Aripoma]

It’s better to become really good at one than being ok at many. I’ve been in tech for 6 years. Python is great to know

[@imjenncho]

i totally agree with @lovenpeace1000 , i learned java first but fundamental knowledge can be transferred to any coding languages :) it may just take a couple of days to get used to the nuances and syntax of new language

[@SYDAirlineEnthusiast]

@@Aripomadisagree cause most jobs require you to know many, especially if you are full stack.

[@nickstrands]

10:17 Howl be like "who is mom talking to? need to find them!"

[@user-yk1xb6nc9i]

What software do you use on Mac for coding /development

[@eladhzx]

Are you comfortable using a laptop with a built-in mouse pad?

[@imjenncho]

It's ok, by the end of the day, my hand is sore.. I definitely need to invest in an ergonomic mouse!

[@bigballer4594]

Hello just wondering what age did you start living alone / at what point in your career did you find that you were able to be financially independent?

[@didoma73]

any job at FAANG can make you financially independent

[@user-zc8sq3wr9f]

@@didoma73not true. Still need to take many years

[@SYDAirlineEnthusiast]

@@didoma73not really. A receptionist or security guard at faang wouldn’t necessarily be financially independent.

[@stars_pov]

Your vlogs make me yearn to live in a city like Seattle :( what languages do you code in?

[@imjenncho]

i code in Kotlin & Java!

[@branvay]

i’m assuming you earned a computer science degree? what’s your take on coding bootcamps ?

[@coffeeandbookmealdeliveryr1328]

Are those Sony headphones wireless

[@munkeescrotum]

What do you use to film?

[@lilasiansquat4526]

I am an introvert but I chose a career that’s ALL about talking with people and working with them 😅.

[@dheerajbadiger]

Woww

[@thaifam]

Oh amazon still allows hybrid? I thought they mandate 5 days already

[@Aripoma]

No faang company is there yet

[@caly598]

❤😺

[@Rajesh-mc2py]

Super 🎉

[@cindy_born_in_2020]

Hi i am 3 and i am interested in a career in engineering because of your inspiring videos

[@chiayili8356]

😁

[@mrtdusunuklu]

Çok tatlısın yani videoların

[@user-hp1ep9rl8w]

Java？ macbook version?

[@zinoubenrawane3957]

Working hours in a day? (How many, salary please)

[@adeblahblah]

5:13 you are fullstack but mainly in Backend development right?🌸. Kawai🌸

[@Aripoma]

7:16 where’s your jacket from ❤

[@Aripoma]

Also at 10:14

[@goddessss1]

And 3:10 lol

[@imjenncho]

i love these questions~ lol, i got this fleece jacket on sale from Anthropologie!

[@imjenncho]

the blue waffle zip sweater is from Aritzia! (tna brand)

[@imjenncho]

the blue cardigan with gold buttons is from Gap :) surprisingly, their clothing has become more elevated these days. first purchase from them since i was a child lol

[@AQ-qv6dn]

I literally only watched this because she is gorgeous

[@moseslesa9676]

you guys just eat lol, lovely content

[@Rrrrrrrrrrrrrrrin]

Omg your wavy hair! Tutorial pls? 🥹

[@imjenncho]

i've gotten quite a few questions like this! considering doing short form content for these. regardless, im happy to share my hair and beauty tips 🤭

[@pahrurozi]

what your role? Frontend or Backend?

[@imjenncho]

technically full stack but I am focused more on backend :)

[@pahrurozi]

@@imjenncho great

[@isurukumarasinghe6894]

Is your friend from Sri Lanka? She looks very familiar.

[@muizluciscaelum6190]

wfh always makes me feel jealous of my cats 😢

[@FactKi-vg9vk]

Hey jenn I just love you bae 😘😘

[@mdshibli1009]

your country name please

[@davidwu3106]

The fact that you said cr instead of pr is such an Amazon thing LMAO

[@imjenncho]

😆🤭

[@prabuddhadas935]

you're an introvert but you are on youtube :)

[@EbonySeraphim]

"You're probably not an introvert" on HealthyGamerGG's channel rings true here. tldw: if you're tired after being in a social environment that means you are tuned into social contracts/expectations. Actual introverts are able to exist in social environments and not feel this drain at all because they are actually tuned/zoned out. 9:23 -- you must eat dinner very early for Seattle to have been that bright mid September. I'm an ex-AWS engineer in Seattle area for 9 years; it's amusing how calm and serene your work life balance is.

[@dendiwarsita6988]

Halo

[@user-qf2xk1fg6e]

eat, code, sleep; eat, code, sleep; eat, code, sleep; eat, code, sleep; eat, code, sleep;

[@JP-ku5hw]

You seem such a sensitive Person. So rare to see in this day and age.

[@OneArthur]

you should move to germany.

[@el-jay_]

Hi Jenn. This may be silly, but, in the next vlog may you wear your hair up. 🥺

[@zikoraswrld]

Hii, im also a swe in seattle!! Let’s connect if we can :)

[@jccuevas8038]

hello my crush hehe

[@inv0019]

I did not know that you could speak in Korean.

[@spjetti]

Feel like u would be able to pull off short hair :)

[@vaughnbrogdon3580]

Y r a very beutiful woman. 😊😊