Working outside can be fun. At least AS long AS you dont need that good of an internet connection, have a comfy place to sit in and are at a somewhat dark spot, so you can still see on your screen.

If and only if these three things are all given, than it can be quite nice to work outside.

[–] Flames5123@sh.itjust.works 1 points 3 hours ago

My mobile tethering is so good that I’ll usually do it even if I have access to WiFi. It’s just faster and more reliable. I could probably get insane speeds on the beach too.

[–] INeedANewUserName@piefed.social 49 points 1 day ago

Exactly, I used to hike to the top of a mountain find a shady spot and work till my battery died then hike back down.

[–] Captain_Faraday@programming.dev 10 points 1 day ago

Couldn’t agree more. Some of my best work and learning recently has been me on my back porch under shade with a box fan. While I have solid WiFi and power there, I also pack a portable monitor and can work without internet on much of what I do.

[–] sudoMakeUser@sh.itjust.works 8 points 1 day ago

Also, if you take any meetings, it needs to be quiet enough to communicate but also not disruptive to others if you're taking loudly.

[–] sharuum@piefed.social 2 points 21 hours ago

The dark spot also avoids overheating

[–] nbailey@lemmy.ca 3 points 23 hours ago

A coworker of mine specifically built a little gazebo on their deck to be a summer-office. They wired a little wifi repeater in the roof, retractable shades and curtains, a ceiling fan, and got a desk that specifically fits a comfy deck chair. Obviously all of this can be moved out of the way for normal back yard stuff, but it’s become the absolute envy of all my remote colleagues.

[–] abbadon420@sh.itjust.works 6 points 1 day ago (2 children)

There are some very decent outside-internet solutions. I have one of those solutions at home and it's a joy to work outside.

[–] definitemaybe@lemmy.ca 2 points 1 day ago

WiFi mesh networks can have impressive range outdoors, without walls and reflections blocking the wifis. And they can be powered by PoE (Power over Ethernet) so you only need to run 1 cable to hook it up.

But for most of my work, a cellphone hotspot is suitable, so long as it's not so remote that I don't get at least a strong 4G signal. Video conferencing isn't very data intensive with compression and, if I'm not running the meeting, slight spottiness is fine.

[–] sudoMakeUser@sh.itjust.works 1 points 23 hours ago

Working outside your home is nice. But I think a lot of these comments are talking about working outside in public is a whole other problem.

[–] merc@sh.itjust.works 1 points 22 hours ago

The dark spot is only an issue if you're using a laptop or something. Pen and a pad of paper is fine outside. Loose stacks of paper is obviously not ideal.

Unfortunately, most of us need to work using screens these days. I have hope for the future with these smart AR glasses. With the screen on the glasses, it shouldn't be a problem to use them in bright light. And, feeling the sun on your skin is one of the best parts about being outside when the weather is good.

[–] Rooster326@programming.dev 2 points 1 day ago (1 children)

So it's good if you are close to your router, have a comfortable chair, and have so much share you're basically indoors.

So if I just open a window in my office...

[–] TexasDrunk@lemmy.world 1 points 23 hours ago

I get what you're saying and acknowledge that that's the best environment for some people, but for me there's a different feel in being in your office and being on the back porch or out in the garage with the door open.

The fresh air, mild distractions on an easy day, and more natural light make me feel good. I think the beach would be a fucking nightmare for me. Same for things like a coffee shop. But if I'm in at least a semi private space and it's not a balls to the wall day, I'll take not being chained to the desk every time it's practical.

[–] Dojan@pawb.social 0 points 19 hours ago

No, because then I want to do stuff that is not sitting with my laptop outside. If the weather is nice, I'd much rather play with my dog, climb a tree, or roll around in mud. Why'd I want to sit and do PR reviews?