While you might be tempted to use the patio furniture, designate an area to set up a workstation with a comfortable office chair, stool, or folding chair along with a table.
Add a bar or countertop in your chosen spot or use a standing desk with a stool so you can stand or sit while working. A motion stool also offers comfort while standing or sitting.
add sun sails by attaching them to hooks mounted close to the roof and hooked onto a fence or post. Awnings, canopies, and umbrellas also offer shade from the sun.
To decrease the sun's glare on your workspace even more, add shade screens to a covered patio or to a pergola. The fabric lets a cool breeze blow through and provides privacy.
Get an extra desk lamp for video calls while you work, or add a ring light which comes in handy at any time of the day since the sun's brightness can get rather unpredictable.