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I've seen this question come up over the years, from Slashdot to proggit and always find it rather juvenile. For an activity that usually requires and benefits
by kmort 16y ago
I've seen this question come up over the years, from Slashdot to proggit and always find it rather juvenile.
For an activity that usually requires and benefits from clarity and concentration, I'd be quite surprised to hear of any beneficial effects of booze or illicit drugs.
Caffeine and beta-blockers I understand, and perhaps (like playing pool) that first beer or two can "take the edge off" and let some decisions come more easily.
But if you've got a stash, find something more carefree to do and someone to do it with.
- user24 16y agoI don't think I've ever coded anything amazing while under any kind of influence. But when I used to come into work hungover (many years ago) I would often do the best days work because I didn't have the mental capacity to think about anything more exciting. Now I've got a more interesting job I don't think that would work any more ;)
- viggity 16y agoI don't typically think of myself as someone with ADD or anything, but I find that on the occasion that I have a few pints while coding I get a lot more done - I'm not so easily distracted with the new random goings on of the internet. So, I'll drink every once and a while when I really want to get something done.