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j_baker on Feb 8, 2010 | parent | context | favorite | on: Beautiful Code

"On the next morning I solve the problem within 5 minutes and I'm glad to be a programmer."

I can't count the number of times this has happened to me. Never underestimate the effects of a good night's rest.

RyanMcGreal on Feb 8, 2010 [–]

A good night's sleep is an essential part of my problem solving work flow. For smaller problems, I find a brisk walk can often break the mental logjam.

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