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The Hidden Productivity Tricks Every Developer Should Know (But No One Talks About)
Simple Hacks to Streamline Your Workflow, Boost Efficiency, and Reclaim Your Time
Have you ever felt like you’re spinning your wheels as a developer? You’re coding away, clocking the hours, yet there’s that nagging feeling that maybe, just maybe, things could be smoother.
Let’s be honest, we’ve all been there — feeling like we’re juggling way too many tasks, struggling to keep the focus, or chasing down bugs that feel like they’re mocking us. But here’s the thing: productivity isn’t always about working harder. Sometimes, it’s about working smarter with the little tricks no one ever mentions.
In this story, I’ll let you in on some of these sneaky, under-the-radar tricks I’ve discovered over the years — those little hacks that can actually free up your time and make you feel like you’re cruising through your workday. Ready to dive in?
1. Embrace the “Three Things” Rule
When I first started working as a developer, my to-do list would often look like a novel. It was overwhelming, to say the least. Then, one day, a mentor introduced me to what I call the “Three Things” rule. The idea is simple: each day, you set out to accomplish only three primary tasks.
