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Interruptions and context switching have a significant impact on a programmer's productivity. It takes time to get back into the 'zone' after an interruption, and the process of switching between tasks can be mentally challenging. However, there are strategies and techniques to minimize these effects.

Programmer Interrupted: The Real Cost of Interruption and Context Switching

Really good discussion on the real issues around context switching, thanks!

Interesting take on working memory! I would suggest switching off all distractions to stay focused on a task

Lots of detail in this article. Context switching is a productivity drag and I’m glad folks like Piotr are thinking about and building tools to help mitigate the costs. Also, shout out to the John Carmack monitor! :)