57 research articles, sorted by most recent
The definitive evidence-based guide to developer health biohacking: ergonomics, sleep, nutrition, exercise, cognitive performance, and longevity protocols.
Do AI coding tools like Copilot and Cursor erode problem-solving skills? Cognitive offloading research, the Google effect, and habits that keep skills sharp.
A research overview of the KLOW blend, the four-peptide recovery stack combining BPC-157, TB-500, GHK-Cu and KPV. What each component does, why they are grouped together, and how strong the evidence actually is.
What the evidence says about coding with music: lyrics vs instrumental, lo-fi, binaural beats, the Mozart myth, and practical recommendations for developers.
Oura Ring, WHOOP, and Garmin compared for developers: sleep stages, HRV, readiness scores, API access, accuracy vs PSG, and subscription costs explained.
What the research actually shows about walking pads for developers: NEAT, glucose control, mood, and whether typing accuracy suffers at walking speed.
How endogenous growth hormone secretion is tied to slow-wave sleep: the sleep-onset GH surge, its quantitative link to deep sleep, the role of GHRH, and how both decline with age. Endogenous physiology, research use only.
An accurate breakdown of peptide regulatory status in 2026: the FDA 503A compounding position on BPC-157, TB-500 and related peptides, the July 2026 PCAC review, and Australia's TGA Schedule 4 decision on BPC-157.
Night-owl and shift-working developers face real cognitive costs from social jetlag and disrupted circadian rhythms. The science and a sleep protocol.
Forward head posture loads the cervical spine far beyond resting weight (Hansraj's cited 27 lb at 60 degrees). Why deep cervical flexors fail, and the fix.
60-80% of software engineers report back pain. The McGill Big 3, hip flexor mobility work, and a 10-minute morning protocol grounded in pain neuroscience.
A comprehensive guide to peptide research for biohackers, covering categories, protocols, supplier quality, and the Australian regulatory context in detail.
The hidden cognitive load of context switching for developers: attention residue, task-switch costs, working-memory limits, and practical mitigations.
Software developers spend 90%+ of daylight hours indoors, and vitamin D deficiency affects mood, immunity, and cognition. How to test and supplement it.
An evidence-based guide to caffeine for deep work: adenosine mechanics, optimal dosing, half-life, tolerance cycling, and L-theanine stacking for developers.
A closed home office can hit 1500-3000 ppm CO2 in an hour, and Harvard CogFx data shows decision-making collapses at those levels. How to measure and fix it.
Epitalon is a tetrapeptide studied for telomerase activation and life extension. A balanced look at the Khavinson research programme and its limitations.
Creatine is not just a muscle supplement. Evidence on neuronal ATP regeneration, working memory, and mental fatigue makes it an underrated cognitive tool.
Flow state is not a productivity hack: it's a distinct neurological mode with measurable prerequisites. How programmers enter flow, and a triggering protocol.
An honest, research-backed look at what standing desks do and don't do for developer health, including sit-stand protocols and a practical daily schedule.
HCG acts on LH receptors to stimulate testosterone production, distinct from exogenous androgens. A research overview of hormone support and fertility uses.
Evening screen exposure suppresses melatonin and delays circadian phase, hurting sleep and cognition. Evidence on blue light glasses and f.lux, plus a protocol.
NSDR (Non-Sleep Deep Rest) shifts the nervous system parasympathetic and restores dopamine in 10–20 minutes. Here is the evidence base and practical protocol.
Pomodoro, Deep Work blocks, and ultradian rhythms compared through the productivity research, including when each protocol actually suits developer work.
A systems-level ergonomics guide for software developers: monitor height, chair adjustment, keyboard positioning, standing desks, and biomechanical evidence.
A practical, tiered guide to the quantified self stack for developers: HRV and sleep tracking through CGM and blood biomarkers, focused on metrics that matter.
GHK-Cu modulates over 4000 genes and influences wound healing, inflammation, and hair growth. A research-focused deep dive into the copper peptide's biology.
A deep dive into IGF-1 LR3: how the long arginine-3 analogue differs from native IGF-1, its mechanism on muscle satellite cells, and what the research shows.
Tesamorelin is an FDA-approved GHRH analogue with significant clinical data on visceral adipose tissue reduction. Here is what the research actually shows.
Breath control modulates the autonomic nervous system, CO2 tolerance, and prefrontal cortex activity. Evidence on breathing that boosts focus and cuts stress.
A comprehensive hub covering the major longevity peptide categories: Epitalon, MOTS-c, SS-31, and Selank, their mechanisms, and key differences explained.
Why software developers are uniquely vulnerable to burnout: the neuroscience of chronic cognitive overload and HPA axis dysregulation, plus a recovery protocol.
Numbness, tingling, wrist pain: which condition do you actually have? Carpal tunnel syndrome vs the RSI spectrum, with evidence-based treatment and prevention.
Continuous glucose monitoring isn't just for diabetics. What a CGM reveals about blood sugar during coding sessions, late-night sprints, and deadline crunches.
The neuroscience of cold water immersion for developers: norepinephrine spikes, dopamine elevation, BDNF upregulation, and a protocol for clarity and recovery.
Zone 2 training, low-intensity aerobic work at the fat-oxidation threshold, builds mitochondrial density and improves cognition. Why it's underused today.
Repetitive strain injury is the occupational hazard nobody talks about until it ends careers. An evidence-based framework for preventing and recovering.
An evidence-based guide to Computer Vision Syndrome for developers: blink rate research, blue-light glasses evidence, the 20-20-20 rule, and monitor setup.
A rigorous BPC-157 research guide covering its amino acid sequence, core mechanisms, gut and tendon repair evidence, and TGA Schedule 4 status in Australia.
Heart rate variability is the most actionable biometric a developer can track. What it measures, which devices work, and how to use it for smarter recovery.
How Ipamorelin and CJC-1295 work synergistically to stimulate growth hormone release: mechanisms, selectivity, DAC vs no-DAC, and what the research shows.
An in-depth look at Melanotan II, the melanocortin system it acts on, how it stimulates melanogenesis, and what the preclinical and clinical research shows.
Can two intense weekend sessions match five moderate daily sessions for health? The weekend warrior literature and implications for time-constrained developers.
5-Amino-1MQ is a novel NNMT inhibitor that raises NAD+ indirectly: a fundamentally different mechanism from NMN or NR. Here is what the early research shows.
Monitor height, chair position, keyboard tilt, lighting: the full ergonomic setup for software engineers, built on NIOSH and OSHA musculoskeletal research.
Forward head posture, thoracic kyphosis, and rounded shoulders are endemic among software engineers. What causes them, and which exercises reverse them.
Cold plunges and cold showers are everywhere in biohacker circles. What research shows about norepinephrine, BDNF, and cognitive gains for knowledge workers.
Noise-induced hearing loss is permanent and common among developers who use headphones for focus. Safe listening limits and noise-cancelling vs isolation.
Chronic stress, sleep debt, sedentary work, and vitamin D deficiency suppress immune function in software developers. Here's the evidence on what works.
What you eat shapes working memory, focus duration, and decision quality. Evidence on protein targets, meal timing, and foods that hurt or help cognition.
A curated list of resources that helped me prepare for my first developer user group talk: from writing an abstract to delivering demos with confidence.
Two of F#'s most powerful type constructs serve different purposes. A practical guide to knowing which one to reach for, and why getting it right matters.
My worst career decision as a developer: not blogging or sharing content online sooner. Here is why I believe that, and exactly what I did to change course.
Two years of writing about developer wellness, mental health, and sustainable technical work. What I have learned, who I have met, and where this is going next.
Since I started talking about functional programming, people keep asking how to get started. The resources I actually used, from blog posts to videos.
Your mind, body, and soul can only be pushed so far. A practical introduction to meditation for developers: why it matters, how to start, and what to expect.
Sometimes pushing through a bad day is right. Sometimes stopping is the most productive move. On knowing the difference, and giving yourself permission to rest.