Hacking ADHD: Strategies for the Modern Developer
summary
Argues that ADHD can be an advantage for software developers and presents concrete tactics to harness it. Recommends using Obsidian as an external brain with linked tasks, automated calendar blocking in a Reclaim-style (including 5–10 minute buffers after meetings), binaural brain-FM tracks to induce flow, and automation of recurring tasks to lower executive load.
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chapters (9)
- 0:00Introduction
- 4:44TDAH definition and types
- 9:01Daily symptoms and impacts
- 16:24Brain causes and neurotransmitters
- 22:12Adult diagnosis and prevalence
- 26:36Strengths and advantages
- 31:16Daily strategies and tools
- 38:56Working with ADHD people
- 42:54Final message and inclusion
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