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I'm not sure "get better at handling interruptions" is possible. If I'm juggling a dozen ideas in my head and am interrupted, that tower is going to crumble re
by jbeninger 7y ago
I'm not sure "get better at handling interruptions" is possible. If I'm juggling a dozen ideas in my head and am interrupted, that tower is going to crumble regardless. If you're suggesting I rebuild my methods of developing from the ground up to avoid that mindset, that's a huge ask. I'm not convinced it's even possible. I'm able to muddle through a task with regular interruptions, but I'll be more likely to make mistakes and it will take longer. There's a world of difference between what I accomplish in an "office" day vs a "coding" day.
I think the article has it right. Dedicate some "office hours" to being interrupted, but recognize that some people are far more productive during long uninterrupted periods.