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The Case for Offline Breaks: Sudoku Books and Better Rest

Physical objects center us, and puzzles are fun! Learn about Killer Sudoku and how tangible activities help create better offline breaks

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Context switching can be difficult for developers working on projects with different tech stacks, clientele, and product concerns.

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My wife and I borrowed from the world of programming and use sprint-based backlog management in preparation for an upcoming home sale.

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Often, worries show up in the shadowy, less-conscious parts of my mind. This tool helps me gain perspective on worrying at work.

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You might wonder what the hype is around mechanical keyboards. Here are 3 reasons every developer should get a mechanical keyboard.

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From professional dev experiences I’ve had so far, here are things that might improve audience retention during a conference talk!

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So. Many. Filters. Plus labels, priorities, and markers. I batch-archived years worth of emails. And yet, the emails kept coming.

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You will occasionally see makers refer to themselves as Process people or Project people, and most people fall into one of the two camps.

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One of the most effective ways to deal with anxiety during work meetings is ensuring you're well-prepared.

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Here are a few counterpoints to reasons people advocate for job-hopping. That trend is slowing down in favor of one called The Big Stay.

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It's okay: make friendships at work. When you know and trust your coworkers, you'll collaborate more effectively and communicate openly.