Best of Productivity — March 2025

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    Avatar of hnHacker News·1y

    The Worst Programmer I Know

    The post discusses the pitfalls of measuring developer productivity using individual metrics and highlights the significance of team collaboration. The author shares an example of Tim Mackinnon, a programmer whose contributions to team success were not reflected in traditional productivity metrics. Instead of delivering software directly, Tim enhanced the team's overall productivity and cohesion, leading to greater business value. The story emphasizes the importance of assessing the collective impact of a team rather than individual outputs.

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    Avatar of daily_updatesdaily.dev Changelog·1y

    This feature is going to change your life forever!!!!!!

    Clickbait Shield is a new AI-powered feature for daily.dev Plus users that optimizes post titles by reducing clickbait, improving clarity, and minimizing overly promotional language. Users can toggle the shield on or off and will see either a green shield for modified titles or a white shield for original titles.

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    Avatar of daily_updatesdaily.dev Changelog·1y

    Bookmark Folders

    Introducing Bookmark Folders for Plus subscribers, enabling users to organize their bookmarks by creating folders for different topics or projects. Users can create and name new folders directly from the left-side navigation bar, and organize existing bookmarks into these folders for easier access.

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    Avatar of hnHacker News·1y

    Create a map of your life with each week as a little box.

    Create a life map with each week as a box to visualize your entire life. This tool allows you to track key periods, document meaningful events, and share your life story. It helps you see your life in weeks, color-code different periods, add detailed notes, auto-add birthdays and events, export to YAML, and control privacy settings. Keep your life timeline up to date as you add new events and memories.

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    Avatar of workchroniclesWork Chronicles·1y

    (comic) Reward for Good Work

    A comic strip illustrating the common scenario of how employees are rewarded for their good work, created with humor and love for the workplace culture.

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    Avatar of workchroniclesWork Chronicles·1y

    (comic) This place can't function without me

    No one is irreplaceable at work, and the company will continue without you. It's beneficial to document your work, train others, and be ready to move on to new opportunities. Layoffs can be a challenging experience.

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    Avatar of workchroniclesWork Chronicles·1y

    (comic) Adding more people to a project

    This post from Work Chronicles features a comic addressing the topic of adding more people to a project. It highlights the complexities and humorous aspects of increasing team size within a work environment.

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    Avatar of youtubeYouTube·1y

    8 Insane AI Agent Use Cases in N8N! (automate anything)

    Explore eight diverse AI agent use cases with n8n, ranging from data analysis to creating viral shorts. Learn how AI agents can automate tasks, enhance workflows, and provide insights across various domains. This post highlights practical examples and how the AI Foundations community can help you build and implement these agents efficiently.

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    Avatar of bigboxswebigboxSWE·1y

    The Worst Programming Excuse

    The writer expresses frustration over the tendency of aspiring programmers to seek shortcuts instead of putting in the necessary time and effort to develop their skills. They emphasize the importance of hands-on practice and experimentation and critique the laziness and procrastination prevalent among some beginners. The key to success in programming, according to the writer, is to actively work on various projects and learn through doing rather than endlessly consuming content.

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    Avatar of hnHacker News·1y

    notetime

    Minimalist note-taking app with automatic timestamps for each line, providing a distraction-free experience. Offers customizable tags for easy organization and is available on web, iOS, and Android. Free to use and continuously improved based on user feedback.

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    Avatar of tcTechCrunch·1y

    How to stop doomscrolling

    This post discusses the habit of doomscrolling, the negative effects it has on mental health, and provides practical tips to break free from it. It explains the role of tech companies in encouraging excessive screen time and suggests using screen time limits, third-party apps, and alternative activities to mitigate the problem.

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    Avatar of habrhabr·1y

    You Can Grow or Stay Stuck: It All Depends on Your Mindset

    Your mindset determines whether you grow or stay stuck. Believing that skills develop through effort categorizes you as having a growth mindset, leading to resilience and goal achievement. Carol Dweck's research supports this concept, which applies to all aspects of life, including work and relationships.

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    Avatar of youtubeYouTube·1y

    The VS Code/Cursor Setup to INCREASE Productivity (2025)

    Enhance your development productivity with the ultimate VS Code/ Cursor setup by optimizing settings, using effective extensions, and applying stylish themes. Discover how to make coding more enjoyable and efficient with tips on configuring the editor, organizing your projects, and utilizing powerful tools like Raycast.

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    Avatar of phProduct Hunt·1y

    GitHubTree - Visualize repo structures in tree view

    GitHubTree is a tool that allows users to easily visualize and explore the folder/directory structure of any public GitHub repository. It also enables users to copy file paths with a single click.

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    Avatar of hnHacker News·1y

    Sell Yourself Sell Your Work

    To ensure your hard work gets the recognition it deserves, it's essential to communicate and present it effectively. Writing clearly and making your achievements known can save others' time, build your reputation, and potentially benefit the world. Selling, whether it’s your work or your company’s products, is crucial for survival and success.

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    Avatar of swizecswizec.com·1y

    Principles of high output engineering teams

    The post discusses various principles aimed at enhancing the productivity and efficiency of engineering teams. Key highlights include treating PRs as work, focusing on user needs, emphasizing the importance of code in production, daily deployments, and the INVEST framework for stories. The post advises making functionality exist before refining it and emphasizes discussing architecture before coding. Ownership of systems and prioritizing observability over tests are also discussed.

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    Avatar of codinggopherThe Coding Gopher·1y

    How 10X Engineers Code Without a Mouse

    Discover the efficiency of high-performing developers who use Vim and a mechanical keyboard to code with precision and speed. Learn how mastering these tools can significantly enhance your programming workflow. Also, explore advanced software engineering courses with Codecrafters to build complex, real world projects.

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    Avatar of nickjanetakisNick Janetakis·1y

    Put All of Your Tmux Configs and Plugins in a .config

    Learn how to streamline and organize your Tmux configurations and plugins by placing them in the .config/tmux directory. The post covers setting Tmux version 3.1+ to recognize configurations from .config/tmux/tmux.conf and includes tips on customizing plugin installation paths and using Tmux Resurrect for state management.

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    Avatar of daily_updatesdaily.dev Changelog·1y

    Block Words

    The new 'Block Words' feature allows Plus developers to reduce distractions by blocking specific words from headlines. Easy to set up in 'Feed Settings,' users can simply add or remove words as needed.

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    Avatar of microsaasexamplesMicro SaaS Examples·1y

    ReceiptFaker: Create Realistic Receipts in Seconds

    ReceiptFaker is an online tool that allows users to create realistic receipts in minutes with over 100 customizable templates. It offers full control over every detail, including logos, line items, taxes, and payment info. Users can create high-quality PDFs or images for printing or digital use, making it perfect for replacing lost receipts or generating documentation for business purposes.

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    Avatar of phProduct Hunt·1y

    PeekNote - Lightweight always-on-top notes for devs & multitaskers

    PeekNote is a lightweight macOS app designed to keep notes and code snippets always within reach without cluttering the screen. It features always-on-top functionality, quick copy/paste, color-coded tabs for organization, and a lightweight design that ensures fast performance. Ideal for developers and multitaskers.

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    Avatar of lobstersLobsters·1y

    Slack: The Art of Being Busy Without Getting Anything Done

    Slack, initially seen as an improvement over email and older chat systems, has significant downsides. It fosters a culture of constant communication, which can lead to decreased productivity and burnout. While it's beneficial for quick interactions, it often turns into a tool for micromanagement and disrupts the workflow of both junior and senior employees. To improve effectiveness, teams might consider limiting the use of such tools and focusing on more straightforward communication methods.

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    Avatar of phProduct Hunt·1y

    CodeX-Editor - A web code editor with AI & multi-language support

    CodeX-Editor is a web-based code editor offering AI assistance, multi-language support, and real-time execution to simplify coding. It boosts productivity by helping users with writing, converting, and optimizing code.

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    Avatar of uxplanetUX Planet·1y

    The productivity trap: why busyness feels so good

    Busyness can create a false sense of productivity by keeping us occupied with tasks that might not be meaningful. Real productivity is about solving the right problems through focused, deep work. Multitasking and distractions are detrimental, as they prevent the necessary concentration for valuable outcomes. Protecting your attention, prioritizing tasks, and saying no to less important demands are crucial for achieving effective work. Ultimately, productivity is about doing what’s important, not just staying busy.

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    Avatar of vscodeVisual Studio Code·1y

    Enable this one setting in your terminal #vscode

    A new preview setting in VSCode called 'terminal integrated suggest' greatly enhances the terminal experience. It offers features such as command and path completion, dynamically generated completions based on available branches, and improved path navigation. Enabling this setting results in a more streamlined and efficient workflow.

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