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I'd be curious about studies on something like programming. Many of these talk about cognitive function and typing ability, but they don't mention the actual ta
by lloyd-christmas 11y ago
I'd be curious about studies on something like programming. Many of these talk about cognitive function and typing ability, but they don't mention the actual tasks being done (that I can find). With all due respect to everyone else, programming is a different beast altogether. I worked in finance at a computer all day, and my requisite attention level for that job was significantly different than when I switched to programming full-time.
- doppelganger27 11y agoI would bet that the studies focused on cognitive function and typing ability because they're objectively measurable, and much more repeatable than, say, measuring the significance or difficulty of the tasks.
- vinceguidry 11y agoI worked on a personal project for about a week or so on a makeshift treadmill desk. I was somewhat more productive, not a magic bullet or anything, but it's definitely something you could get used to and derive advantages from.