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[@ahmadaccino]

Ive been thinking of making a different kind of pomodoro app where instead of having a timelimit on working time, its a stopwatch. You keep working until you reach flow state and once you loose flow state you can hit stop on the timer. That timer will then use the time you've been working and calculate how much of a break you can take. For example, if you were doing focused work for 50 minutes and at the 50th minute you feel like you're losing focus and need to take a break, you press stop. The app will then tell you to take a break for 10 minutes. Of course, if this was 25 minutes instead of 50, the break time would be 5 the same as pomodoro. This way you still have an equal work break split, but your focus won't be interrupted or on a timer, instead its fluid. Maybe fluidoro is a good name. Thoughts anyone?

[@Primarycolours-]

One potential challenge with this approach is that it may be difficult for users to accurately identify when they have entered a state of flow. Flow is a subjective experience and can vary from person to person, and even from task to task. However, this could be addressed by providing guidance or prompts within the app to help users recognize when they are in a flow state. Overall, I think your idea has potential and could be a useful alternative to traditional pomodoro apps. The name "Fluidoro" is catchy and could work well. Good luck with your project!

[@ZacLangston]

Sounds like a fun little projeect to work on.

[@AZisk]

oooh l. love it!

[@ahmadaccino]

@@justinwmusic I would agree, one could use a simple stopwatch at that point. But why pomodoro works is that there is a finite amount of time for a break. With the app's approach it will prevent someone from overextending one's break time. Which is what I personally struggle with.

[@ahmadaccino]

@@Primarycolours- yeah, I dont believe 100% in the idea of flow state. But I know for sure, especially as a software engineer, when I'm in a groove and when its a good time to take a break. Especially if I'm struggling with a part of implementation and I'm experiencing diminishing returns with my time. At that moment is when I would hit stop and take the alotted break. The app would only need the inputs of start focus time, stop focus time, start break time, end break time. No need for formally declaring when ones in flow state (Which it in itself would put you out of flow state).

[@traustitj]

As someone with ADHD, before I knew I had it, on bad days with attention, the pomodoro technique really helped when I could use it. I often use it today, especially when learning new things but I won't stop when hyperfocus kicks in. It isn't all or nothing. All problems are not nails just because you have a hammer. The technique can help and sometimes it helps not to use it. There are other tools also. It really helps when doing really super boring tasks :) (like learning danish)

[@baka_baca]

I forgot about how useful it can be for boring tasks. I've had almost exclusively boring work recently and my attention is just all over the place, tons of partially finished tasks and what not but it's still gotta get done. Thanks for the inspiration to try pomodoro on boring stuff!

[@AlaaBallout]

As a software developers we need at least one hour in each session

[@chebrubin]

And incentivize every additional 10 minutes of focused non distraction efforts.

[@pemessh]

For me personally, the pomodoro timer does wonders. It is not only about the work you do. It also is about your eyes and your body. Getting up every 30 minutes, and looking at something 30 meters away is good for your eyes and your lower back too. What I do is take 5 minute break every 30 minutes and during the break I do one or two of these things: - Pushups - Situps - Squats - Lower back stretches - Broom my room - Sunbathing - Plank for 1 minute. - Do breathing exercises from my balcony. There are trees around my area with birds chirping so that helps too. - Read a book standing up or walking. - A quick boxing drill. I used to have frequent lower back pain but after incorporating this into my day I rarely do.

[@Altabozz]

This channel is a gem. I love your sense of humour.

[@AZisk]

🤩 thanks

[@maxvamp]

When coding, I have found my sweet spot to be about 2 hours of uninterrupted coding, before needing a break. If I had to stop every 25 minutes, I would not be able to get much done, and once I break the intense focus, it can be very difficult to get back into it. The ramp up / down time and the loss of a train of thought would sabotage my productivity

[@AZisk]

two is good for me too. maybe just a bit less. but sometimes more, if things are working well

[@maxvamp]

@@AZisk if they aren’t, I get up for 20 minutes, and often find the solution to what I am stuck on, quickly after I sit back down

[@Ericxx-yx4rk]

Pomodoro technique never worked for me personally, but I don't know if you can use jumping from Starbucks to Starbucks to test its theory. The whole time you are walking to the next place, you are focusing intensely on getting to the next place and ordering something. It could just be a 5-minute bathroom break, or letting your dog(s) out for a moment. I don't know enough about it, but I can say that constant traveling seems stressful in itself. I'm not a software developer, but I do occasionally have to write moderate to complex scripts, and when I do, I get into a 'flow' state, and that can last a few hours sometimes, so I agree with your assessment, but not your testing method.

[@GaryLutchansky]

Your thoughts align with mine. The testing methodology of forced departure after 25 minutes, recording a video of the transition, doing the transition, then finding a new spot is ludicrous.

[@dweebpable]

Same results here, I realised pretty soon that with pomodoro I couldn't get much coding done, I tried using it in other parts of the devs job like reporting, reviews, emails and such, but with no luck either. I ended up working in 1-2 hour sessions with larger breaks between. The session ends when sth is done/solved so that I can enjoy my break without thinking about the current problem (and focus on the other problems instead).

[@denton8047]

Why set a timer when you can just have meeting invites every 30 minutes for 8 hours a day?🙃

[@AZisk]

lol. right?

[@Cygx]

The pomodoro technique does work, you just need to make it 50 minutes instead of 25 minutes, followed by 5 minute break. Do as many sessions as you see fit throughout the day and you would be amazed at how productive you can be.

[@emmanuelmtera5936]

This works for me always 50 mins 10 mins break 4 hours straight then 30 mins break then the loop proceeds 🙌🏼

[@AZisk]

just watch the video at half speed :)

[@matthieuhenocque7824]

I tried both and end up being good with the 52/8 format. That's when I realised I just sent me back to school as in France the bell rings every hour and we have to change classroom. The bell tower of the church near my house rings every hour, so I don't even have to set a timer. From what I read, the 5 minutes pause of the 25/5 method should be used to reflect on the work that just have been done. Not to play Tetris. The coffee part is more of a gimmick to drop the keyboard. One more thing, in Europe we drink expressos. It's about 6cl or 2 ounce of coffee.

[@matthieuhenocque7824]

@@AZisk How long was the class time when you were in high school?

[@ericknyoto3806]

Works for me also, just find your own pace. Set the minutes the break and the long breaks. You didn't have to follow the default 25 minutes. Just find your own pace.

[@doniyor7370]

Alex was so irritated by Pomodoro interrupting and breaking his state of flow, he decided to go OUTSIDE 🤣

[@ercntreras]

Lovely views of the city, it's nice to see it from a software developer's perspective.

[@oneke4498]

Alex you are the best! And expanding your content mixed with blogging and acquiring some fancy video equipment from what Ive seen. Im sure your channel will grow to the moon!

[@DavidSchneir]

dude!!! what a well produced video and the content valuable as usua l!! this channel is rocking hard !! 🤘

[@werfree]

I find it helpful to get into the flow state. Sometimes, it is hard to just get started on some ugly, narly, no fun task; and committing to 25 (or whatever)minutes at first is helpful. Pretty soon, I just forget about the timer (I guess you call it the flow state) and work until I need a break like you said. But to get unstuck and actually start it is useful to trick my brain into thinking I am only going to work for x amount of time (25 minutes is also pretty arbitrary).

[@user-xi4vy9iw1v]

Imagine literally taking the 5 min break of that same Pomodoro website to watch this video about the Pomodoro technique😅

[@brujyyy]

Great montage right there, I liked it

[@SaiyanJin85]

For me the best is to take a break once you finish a feature or a discrete part of a feature. It helps to reset the state of mind to continue with the next one

[@haneenmahdin7647]

Cool to see you try out these 😜 !

[@Khari99]

I use this technique but my focus time is 45 minutes and then 15 minutes for a break. Its a balance that worked for me pretty well. I definitely don't always live by it. There are times I'll ignore the time for a break and work for 3 hours straight when I need to focus. But it helps with my ADD because it keeps me from procrastinating. I have struggled with getting into that flow state in the past because im not managing my distractions as much. I look at it more like distraction management.

[@baka_baca]

I've used the Pomodoro technique as a software developer but base how long I do the timer on how much focus I can manage. Sometimes I can focus for 2+ hours straight (I'm probably hyperfocusing and not using the timer though to be honest even though I "should") sometimes it's like 10-15 minutes (which is a rough time), usually it's around 45 minutes. Basically the 25 minute rule is what worked for that guy, pick whatever works for you and adjust as necessary.

[@DamianTheFirst]

exactly. we need to remember that every day is a bit different. One day it's not a problem to keep focus for 2-3 hours straight and the other day 25 mins of work feels like a strech. We are not cyborgs (yet), so stiff rules like in a pomodorro technique don't really help.

[@Tomro82]

Loveee the vlogggg. more please!!

[@Zero-dg7dz]

great camera work

[@BinuJasim]

The only productivity hack that works is "find something that really motivates you and do it".

[@testingstuff6111]

Very good video, need more breaks from the computer screen like this :)

[@ZakirHussain-nd4fw]

Just 1week back i bought Macbook Air m2 16gb memory, and really my productivity period is increased, now i dont have to carry Power adapter and keyboard is great for me, and midnight colour just helps when there is much light in the room, because Starlight, and silver reflects light very much and creeates distraction from display to trackpad and keyboard area.

[@jack_mc8]

I so agree with you, tried pomodoro few times, never worked well, neither to me nor to my productivity. Furthermore, I started to feel anxiety and stress

[@BinuJasim]

very true. we tend to focus on the time now rather than our actual work.

[@ramiabdelmajid9990]

Amazing production 👍

[@DAWID13ful]

After years of trying to find "perfect work routine" I ended up with mixed Pomodoro sessions. I'm starting with one 50/10 timer when I'm doing some light tasks (something like warm-up before heavy work). After 10 minutes break I'm doing 2 hours session when I'm working on bigger tasks. After that taking 25-30 minutes break and repeat this cycle inversely (so starting with 2 hours and ending with 50 minutes of light tasks).

[@kielvostro]

For mundane tasks, it's effective especially if you want to start and avoid procrastinating the task. But for Software Development, it's not entirely applicable. But then, what may work for you may not work for others.

[@mohammedhayyoun]

I totally agree with you!!!! I like when I work to focus my time completely and enjoy my work to the fullest, maybe for two hours, then I may rest, but 25 minutes is never enough, it's just a headache

[@BelarusianInUk]

Liked this video format! Did you use a drone that followed you and recorded from above?

[@AZisk]

no, a 360 camera. linked in description:)

[@dmh20002]

I need to maintain a mental model of what I am working on and it would evaporate every time I took a break like that.

[@SoftTofu123]

worked well for me. the key is never getting religious about the time duration. it doesnt have to be 25min. it can be any duration. and it can change from session to session. if i somehow got productive in one session, then i ignore the "25min" alert and do more stuff. sometimes if i need more break, then i take more break. the key is to chop it into smaller chunks of work session, instead of trying to do one stretch of 8 hours or whatever.

[@bohdanbodnar9965]

Personally, the Pomodoro technique works well for me, specifically the 50/10 scheme (50 minutes of work and 10 minutes of break). I came up with an awesome idea (during a dream one night) to take a short nap for 5 minutes during the break. I tried this and it worked great for me, especially when I remained calm and didn't think too much during the break.

[@goodToBeConfidential]

i have never tried this technique but pretty damn sure am gonna loose all of my focus which in turns mean nulti hours wasted as i once i loose focus its very difficult to gain traction again..

[@tim_t]

I tried it-not for me. Once in the zone, as a developer, it's so counterproductive to put down your thought process then pick it up five minutes later.

[@AZisk]

exactly

[@informaticapowercentertuto7209]

Hi. I think pomodoro works for me when i am procastinating. But when I reach flow I keep going. My sweet spot is to start with 25 mins then shift to 50 mins focus and 10 mins break

[@user-th8rb5gz3p]

Your sense of humour is incredible)

[@scriptbytes]

I agree, and I need large blocks of time to get any meaningful work done. It's why I dread days where I have a meeting every hour. Blocks of 90 minutes or more are the best for me. Also looks like you got some new toys for filming!

[@burnblue]

Is it a break if you're working on getting to another SB

[@musicologyman]

Perhaps the pomodoro technique isn’t the best thing for neurotypical brains, but for many of us with ADHD, it’s a life-saver. We have trouble alternating between maintaining focus & hyperfocus. When it’s difficult to focus, using the pomodoro technique is like fulfilling the terms of a contract-but one we make with ourselves. “Work for 25 minutes straight before allowing yourself to be distracted” (by, say, social media.) Twenty-five minutes is a tolerable interval to keep ourselves focussed on a single task, especially if a part of our brain is tugging at us to do something else. In periods where we’re inclined to hyperfocus, breaks do at least three things: (1) they help us to avoid burn out that comes from maintaining high intensity for too long; (2) breaks often impose on us the time away from our work that gives our brains a chance to get some perspective on a task to which we may have become to close; (3) we can use the breaks for time to accomplish little tasks which we might habitually leave undone in other circumstances. In short, whether to use the Pomodoro technique or not is a decision for each worker. There’s not a one-size-fits-all answer as to whether one should use the technique or not.

[@fruitoverflow]

what also destroys your productivity is having your coffee so close to your laptop xD

[@curry-surfer]

I use it the other way round, I have a pomodoro timer on my desk that I turn on when I am taking a break, surfing the web. That way I don't lose track of time.

[@skm6777]

I agree completely. I found that the pomodoro technique didn't work for either coding or writing fiction, because it kept interrupting the creative flow, which is hard enough to get to start with. Instead, every hour on the 10-past, my calendar dings and I get up and jump rope for the length of one song in a playlist of EDM songs that are great for jumping rope. I don't even use a rope because the ceilings are too low. Legs & back quit hurting, takes no more than 7½ minutes at the longest, I get my 30 minutes of exercise per day, and I've lost weight.

[@logancline1736]

I thought I should just mention that there is a Clock app on the Mac that will allow you to set a timer

[@plagiats]

If you want a real boost in productivity for your side projects I highly recommend focusmate . You set up your webcam and are paired with someone else. You each work on your stuff with the webcam mic muted, keeping tabs on the other guy (not really that much). Having someone there holds you accountable. You can share your screen instead of the webcam. Great for artists too

[@daidai01200]

I have adhd and I sometimes rely on the pomodoro method to GSD. Especially when there is a tight deadline. This method doesn't work with out any plans. You need to plan out your day. Which modules am I gonna get done in the morning. If I need to research use the full 25mins to research. Don't work on code the timer is going to cut you off. Think of each session like a sprint. Use the 5mins to look back and plan for the next sprint.

[@Ricardofox12]

Those technics like the Pomodoro actually makes less productive since now I have to think in how much time do I have left for the next 5 minutes brake

[@mikeboatright5349]

So, I put on headphone and some music, break down my tasks and when I finish a task a take a quick break to get a snack or coffee or a coke. If I'm coding and run into some problems and get stuck I get up and walk around the building/outside for 10 to 15 minutes to just clear my mind. I sit back down and start coding again. It has worked for my 34 years of programming. Once you get into that zen state you can really get coding.

[@RA-xx4mz]

Maybe it’s just my deficiencies, but it usually takes me about an hour and a half to really get into the swing of things. I do take quick 3-5 minute breaks every 40 minutes or so.

[@pierreollivier1]

Pomodoro is useful, i do 90 min rush, 15min break, after two rush a 1h break this work really well, but in order to be effective you have to deactivate all possible source of notification. No email, no sms, no instagram nothing.

[@velociraptor5962]

The irony of productivity... I'm watching this while working.

[@vonderklaas]

New level 🎉🎉🎉

[@denisblack9897]

what works for me: i read the task, procrastinate to the point im sick of it and then hands just go and do what is needed to do i get to ride my bike, watch stupid shit and play stupid games while solutions are coming in the background no brooding, no coffee, no "look at me and my macbook i'm so smart and productive", just fun

[@AmfistomosAtlas]

I think it's more about building working ethics than trying to stay focused. Some days your mind is off and it's difficult to focus, some days you fly through work. That's the way it is. And with all those things around us (those useless things we created as a species) distracting us, it will only become more difficult for future generations to stay focused; even for 1 minute.

[@yoram_snir]

I actually think it is mainly what’s on your mind, other than work. If your head is clear of distractions, you can focus for hours and solve some big tasks. If you are into knocking small bugs, maybe short bursts will work too.

[@jfox8888]

ought to give, Justin Sung, and his recent videos a shot, how to ease into the [ flow ] by reduction of distractions, is more important than triggering it, maintaining that [ zen like flow or zone ] no matter how small is more beneficial than having a great idea once and just to forget it . and dare i say, most of the folks here wouldnt have heard of Dr Huberman and his technique in breathing and meditation , doesnt matter how good your baseline on coding or you're experienced in the field, if your body lacks nutrients/ sleep ./ hydration and importantly oxygen, you're not gonna code efficiently even after getting into the [ zone ]

[@pqsk]

I'm just curious who was helping you film some of those shots? Was it ?

[@AZisk]

Way to take advantage of the new ! Nobody helped me with the shooting. Did it all myself. Many of the cool shots that seem impossible were done with the 360 camera (link in description)

[@pqsk]

@@AZisk nice. Pretty impressive. I really thought you had your wife or the kids helping out.

[@HadesTimer]

I don't think I could do this. Once I get started on a problem, I can't stop until I finish. No matter how long it takes. Love your video though, pretty amusing...

[@maxwebstudio]

I totally agree with the video (nice video btw). But I need to force myself to move or grab water otherwise I could work 12 hour straight without moving. So 45 minutes is a time that fits for me. With 1 or 2 min break to make a coffee, drink some water or just change position (desk, table, sit, stand...)

[@MatthewChowns]

I work from home and get interrupted by family all day long, and I've been struggling to make any real dev progress at all unless I get at least an hour of consecutive uninterrupted time.

[@AZisk]

tell me about it. multiple kids and multiple dogs over here

[@bobbyv3]

Yeah, I agree. I've been a professional software engineer for 12yrs now and unless you're a front-end dev, 25 minutes wouldn't even get you into a flow state. I like Cal Newport's "Deep Work" and typically do 3-4hr bursts. P.S. the front-end dev comment was a joke. I love y'all and wish I was that creative. ❤❤

[@iham1313]

i would love to see a setup on costs vs productivity - each switch is a new consumption some place (coffee, food, sodas, ...) - i see a big dent in efficiency rising... imho key is smallest possible task and working them step by step. having quality breaks and not sitting at a desk for hours. going for a walk helps me finding creative solutions or really having a highly needed break. 5min don't do the trick

[@adilaittalb]

the pomodoro technique is like turning your pc on and off after each 25 min, each time you have to launch all the apps and get back to the pervious state, which is very inefficient.

[@mairhart]

I know that neighborhood so well. 😍 I was so busy recognizing my old hangouts... what was this video about?

[@AZisk]

So you’re from DC huh?

[@mairhart]

@@AZisk Yes. I worked at the National Press Building for 10 years, Metro Center for five, and the World Bank for five years. I lived mainly in Silver Spring, Takoma, Foggy Bottom, and Alexandria.

[@marcinmjk]

This technique work in a different way. It helped me gain concentration. After Covid with brain fog you can't get long concentration span. You set up time and when your brain drift away you can tell yourself that you need concentration for few more minutes and then is break. Then you can extend this concentration time. I hope it help somebody. Covid is shit, stay safe.

[@ohwow2074]

It's actually true. We need to keep so much info in our head for 25 minutes and that's just not possible. Because the task at hand won't probably be finished in 25 minutes. Sometimes we need a few hours. So having a 5 minute break just makes our brain distracted. It forgets some of the info.

[@MostafaAhmedAhmed81]

I take Pomodoro in a subjective way. I don’t limit myself to 25 minutes. I stay until either I lose my focus, or I become physically tired via my eyes, my brain, or my body. In all cases, I plan my task into small chunks so that I know where to continue when I return.

[@synen]

I work while walking using exercise desk. Only take breaks to pee or drink tea.

[@robertdavis7262]

For me the Pomodoro technique is useful to avoid procrastination relating to a particular task that I have been putting off (after all, if I only have to do the task for 25 minutes then why not do it?). I can see how it can create too much of an interruption for some kinds of work. But I am not sure that the technique really interrupts flow as shown in the video: arguably all the walking between Starbucks every 25 minutes did more to interrupt flow than the breaks themselves. Fun video tho.

[@ToPFeE1234]

For me I try 50/10 and if i got into flow state or in between some tasks. I append another session immediately.

[@jasonchen-alienroid]

Everyone's different. Back in high school/college, what I did was instead of breaks, I just switch different subjects. As an engineer though, it depends on what kind of work. As a tiger team that resolves cross-functinoal issues, I basically spend first day gather all the information and set plans in motions in terms of gathering information. Sleep. By next day, I'll have the answer for the team (like magic, but worked throughout my entire career). As a solo dev, I code a ton. When I get stuck. I read a ton. Try and repeat. Not the most efficient, but it gets jobs done.

[@View619]

It needs to be segments long enough so that you can get meaningful work done; otherwise the strategy falls flat. Something like 45-50 minutes of work and 5-10 minute breaks would be reasonable. And if you don't feel like taking a break, there shouldn't be any pressure to do so.

[@GonzaloChumillas]

I use the pomodoro technique, but I don't take it too seriously. However, I am aware of the importance of taking a break from time to time and walking for a while. This favors proper blood circulation in the brain.

[@derter2007]

I successfully use pomodoro to get routine boring programming tasks done. For creative cases it breaks a flow indeed.

[@yumtum8787]

What's the starting music name😅

[@4otko999]

have you guys heard about cucumber technique? it boost productivity big time

[@draiverx]

You don't need the Pomodoro technique because you already have the perfect recipe. Working on a Macbook in Starbucks. We all know that this is the only way to boost your productivity.

[@AZisk]

😆 yep exactly right. we know why we go to starbucks!

[@albyx]

Makes sense what you’re saying about needing to warm up before getting into a flow state… but I’d argue that jumping between coffee shops to prove a technique doesn’t work is kind of sus. I’m sure if you did this from the comfort of your own home desk or an office cube, where you’ve limited movement, you might be luckier with productivity.

[@EmptyNonsens]

When studying for exams I used pomodoro often - it worked couse and that 25 min even felt too much. After landing first job I have had no need to use it anymore, couse coding does not make me suffer and simply don't need it

[@cidhighwind8590]

I know what destroys a developers productivity... watching informational videos structured like vlogs.

[@NotBen101]

I think the implementation of this isn't good. For one thing a Starbucks, especially in a large city, can be very loud and distracting. Also, going to one starbucks, walking to another, finding a place to sit, and then getting your laptop setup takes time and some concentration. I would say that this would work for someone who still works in a library or is WFH.

[@Chatlan]

45 min work + 15 min break. This what they exercise in schools

[@shootgunbrim7608]

The only way to maximize productivity is to keep coding when you know all of the solution and take a break if you feel stuck!

[@SHOLINGER]

I agree with you , pomodoro is for humans as per fireship developer stereotypes video ( developers aren't humans ) -- Joking So , Developer's are more productive in the flow state ( zone ) according to the IKIGAI book . thanks for making this kind of content .

[@ascar66]

The main idea of the technique is a contract of working for n minutes that's it. If 25 min is too less for you make it 45 minutes then 15 minutes to rest

[@nagasaipurvaz4251]

actually the pomodoro was so bad that it took me two weeks to complete a project which would have took me 4 days if i would just concentrate for 4 hr every day

[@Duckstalker1340]

The only thing that hinder my productivity is my habit of procrasination

[@luuieluie]

It turns out I'm already doing a modified pomodoro: I get up at 50 minutes on the hour and move around because my Fitbit tells me to 😂

[@saxenavedant61]

Try 55 mins work and 5 mins break While learning like reading something new 25mins and 5 mins might work but when you do know the work already you can focus for longer

[@HiteshPariyani]

This is undefined 😅

[@arturofustet5883]

Going to diferents starbuks to work? Wtf man?

[@jamesfiegel9675]

Drone footage was weird :)

[@casperes0912]

I do this as procrastination when I don’t want to work///

[@AZisk]

😆

[@chebrubin]

KZbin is the number one productivity disruptor.

[@AZisk]

probably yes. especially for me

[@user-rj4jj7nd8s]

Iti is wenderful idea

[@satysin630]

Yes I god damn hate pomodoro for programming. Honestly who wants to get into the flow and then BUZZZZZ time for a 5 minute break! Hell no! Where pomodoro is helpful for me is with studying as I find pushing new information into my head I can do for 20-30 minutes or so and then I need a break to let that information settle and my brain "defrag" a bit then go again. I find studying in long, solid blocks of 1, 2 or even 3 hours is of no benefit to me without regular breaks.

[@yaverjavid]

i am watching this during break;;

[@vim55k]

I noticed that too