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Apart from regular coding, I now have to learn the various functionalities and features of AI Editors and concepts such as rules, skills, harness, etc. etc. Cursor seems to be different from Claude Code, and every day some or other editor is launching new concepts that I can't wrap my head around. I haven't tried claude code anytime and used only Cursor, but Claude Code terminal coding is scary.

So, implementing the concepts that you learned is a good way to solidify your learning. What is the best approach? Do I make a hobby project for myself, or should I have to build something that is meaningful and useful to others?

Festivus 7 months ago

I have a reminder in my Todoist to celebrate Festivus :)

*Summarized it with GPT*

70%+ experienced better mental health and SWB; ~58% had better sustained attention; ~91% improved on at least one outcome.

- Those with higher Fear of Missing Out (FoMO) at baseline benefited more in SWB/mental health. - Those with more ADHD symptoms at baseline benefited more in attentional awareness.

*Actionable Advice Based on the Study:*

Periodically Block Mobile Internet on Your Smartphone

Try using an app or built-in settings to block all internet access (Wi-Fi and data) on your phone for a set period (e.g., 2 weeks or a few days each week). Calls and texts can remain enabled to stay reachable without the distractions of the internet. Start Small if Full Blocking Feels Difficult

If completely blocking mobile internet is too challenging, begin by limiting access during certain hours (e.g., evenings, weekends) or blocking only specific distracting apps (like social media or news). Replace Online Time with Healthy Offline Activities

Use the freed-up time to engage in activities associated with improved well-being: in-person socializing, exercising, spending time outdoors, pursuing hobbies, or reading books. Monitor Your Screen Time

Regularly check your average daily screen time on your phone and set goals to reduce it. Track changes to see what works best for you. Notice Your Mood and Well-Being

Pay attention to changes in your mood, attention span, and mental health as you reduce your mobile internet use. Keep a simple journal or use brief self-checks. Leverage Social Support

Consider doing the intervention with friends, family, or colleagues for added motivation and accountability. Identify Your Triggers

Reflect on when and why you reach for your smartphone’s internet features. Replace those moments with alternative activities. Customize Your Approach

If you notice high Fear of Missing Out (FoMO) or difficulty with attention (e.g., ADHD symptoms), you may benefit even more from reducing mobile internet access. Don’t Strive for Perfection

Even partial reduction or non-strict adherence can yield benefits. Focus on progress rather than perfection. Plan for Maintenance

After an initial intensive period (like 2 weeks), consider maintaining reduced mobile internet use through ongoing routines, such as regular “offline hours” or app-free days.

I've recently read about worktrees and currently trying to incorporate it in my work routine. For NodeJS applications, it seems we need to create a soft link to point to the node_modules folder in "main" worktree in all worktrees. Otherwise we need to do a npm install in each of the worktree, and knowing how big the node_modules folder can be, a lot of disk space and time is wasted.

Population.io 3 years ago

Feature Suggestion: The website could offer valuable insights on enhancing both life expectancy and quality of life. It could include practical tips, along with estimated increases in life expectancy for each suggestion.