We’ve all been known to mix and match multiple pieces of media simultaneously.  Does that mean cell phones cause memory loss?  This podcast, which is the companion to the blog post https://adaptabledeveloper.com/cell-phone-memory-loss-too-much-media-multitasking, looks at a recent study that puts out some evidence for just that question.  While there isn't a firm answer as usual, it's definitely food for thought.  See the blog post for refences.

Cell Phone Memory Loss Too Much Media Multitasking

Graham's The Maker and The Manager sums up the eternal battle between the creator and meetings.  This applies it to software development, and part 1 here gives an overview of how it works.  This is the companion audio for the blog post https://www.adaptabledeveloper.com/makers-schedule-managers-schedule-is-it-science-supported-part-1-overview

Maker's Schedule, Manager's Schedule:  Is It Science-Supported? Part 1:  Overview

Ever wondered why supplements have a controversial reputation? Much of it is how studies focus on health issues rather than self improvement, and figuring it out requires you to read between the lines.  This podcast and its matching post at https://www.adaptabledeveloper.com/studies-seek-to-solve-problems-rarely-self-improvement/ (see there for references) examine this issue and how you should handle it.

Studies Seek To Solve Problems Rarely Self Improvement

Part 2 of a look at the Maker and Manager Schedule concept, this time focusing on how task switching hinders programmer's productivity.  This is the companion audio for the blog posthttps://www.adaptabledeveloper.com/makers-schedule-managers-schedule-is-it-science-supported-part-2-task-switching-research/

The Maker And The Manager Part 2

Managing your energy is key for doing your best work. Time your nootropics in sync with your natural rhythm to maximize it.  This podcast analyzes the timing of several major nootropics.  See the companion blog post https://www.adaptabledeveloper.com/managing-your-energy-by-timing-your-nootropics/ for cited references and links to related posts

Managing Your Energy By Timing Your Nootropics

The sedentary office lifestyle means way too little cardio for too many people. Under the desk bikes let you fit it in and still work.  This podcast goes into detail on what options you have, how to use them, and takes a look at several studies for further evidence.  See the companion blog post https://www.adaptabledeveloper.com/under-the-desk-bikes-practical-cardio-while-coding/ for images and sources

Under The Desk Bikes: Practical Cardio While Coding

Caffeine in all its glorious forms is great for productivity, but you need to manage it to avoid insomnia.  This podcast goes into how you can time your caffeine doses to minimize it, while using another nootropic to partially counter-act the hit to your sleep.  This is the companion podcast to the blog post https://www.adaptabledeveloper.com/managing-caffeine-insomnia/

Managing Caffeine Insomnia

Beware headlines with incendiary words like "unapproved".  This study about finding unapproved drugs in supplements is a perfect example.  This is the companion podcast for the blog post https://adaptabledeveloper.com/unapproved-drugs-found-in-supplements

Unapproved Drugs Found In Supplements

The coding quip “premature optimization is the root of all evil” matters as much for lifestyle habits as programming, relevant to everyone.  This podcast and the companion blog post at

Premature Optimization is the Root of All Evil

As much as I enjoy a good drink, it’s a toxin you should protect yourself against.  DHM is the best tool I’ve found for stopping hangovers, with several studies testing it specifically against alcohol.  This podcast discusses how it feels, how to use it, the research for it, and looks at a few other habits you can use to minimize alcohol's damage.  This is the companion audio for the blog post https://www.adaptabledeveloper.com/dihydromyricetin-alcohol

Dihydromyricetin for Alcohol:  Damage Mitigator and Hangover Slayer?

Hi, I’m Alex.  I’ve been a software engineer consultant since 2010 after years of being a 9-to-5 cubicle dweller, and I had to make many adjustments to be successful in that role compared to when I was an employee.

After years of working on my own productivity habits and researching supplement & nootropics stacks to improve my performance, I want to share what I learned with more than my friends and colleagues.

Alex Athey

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