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Productivity Secrets from the World’s Top Software Engineers (And How to Steal Them)
The insider habits that can supercharge your workflow — without a line of code.
Cracking the Code on Productivity
I’ll admit it — I used to think that top software engineers were just born with superhuman focus. The truth, though, is that these productivity wizards aren’t exactly superhuman; they’ve just figured out some clever ways to make the most of their time. I learned this after a conversation with a senior engineer friend who casually mentioned “time-blocking,” a method that transformed his workflow. Since then, I’ve been on a mission to find out what other “productivity hacks” the best in the industry use.
So, let’s dive into the habits that help top software engineers stay ahead of deadlines, crank out quality work, and avoid burnout. Spoiler alert: they’re simpler than you might think, and yes, you can steal every one of them.
1. Time-Blocking: Setting Aside Dedicated Time for Focus
You’ve probably heard of time-blocking, but how many of us actually use it? Top engineers, like those at Google or Facebook, don’t just use time-blocking — they swear by it. Essentially, time-blocking means scheduling specific “blocks” of time for tasks…
