This course aims to highlight the importance of mental and physical well-being in the tech industry. It addresses common health myths prevalent among programmers and emphasizes the significance of addressing issues like depression, RSI, and burnout. The course teaches awareness about the potential emotional and physical costs of software development. The teaching method involves a 30-minute talk that sheds light on the realities of health challenges in the tech field. This course is intended for individuals working in the tech industry who want to understand and mitigate the health risks associated with their profession.
Overview
Syllabus
Matthew Bergman: Health Myths We Tell Ourselves in Tech [JSConf2014]
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