I try to learn a new language or framework when I enter this mode. It works best when I dive in and code through an actual tutorial first because there is a spe

I try to learn a new language or framework when I enter this mode. It works best when I dive in and code through an actual tutorial first because there is a specific achievable goal. Beyond that I've discovered working on programming challenges frequently helps as this leads me to research topics that are new to me and stokes the passion fire.