3 papers
cs.SE2025
A Multimodal Approach Combining Biometrics and Self-Report Instruments for Monitoring Stress in Programming: Methodological Insights
Cristina Martinez Montes, Daniela Grassi, Nicole Novielli +1
The study of well-being, stress and other human factors has traditionally relied on self-report instruments to assess key variables. However, concerns about potential biases in the…
cs.SE2025
Evaluating the Impact of a Yoga-Based Intervention on Software Engineers' Well-Being
Cristina Martinez Montes, Birgit Penzenstadler
Software engineering tasks are high-stress and cognitively demanding. Additionally, there is a latent risk of software engineers presenting burnout, depression and anxiety. Establi…
cs.SE2025
The Factors Influencing Well-Being in Software Engineers: A Cross-Country Mixed-Method Study
Cristina Martinez Montes, Birgit Penzenstadler, Robert Feldt
The well-being of software engineers is increasingly under strain due to the high-stress nature of their roles, which involve complex problem-solving, tight deadlines, and the pres…