Health Myths We Tell Ourselves in Tech

Explore the hidden costs of programming excellence in this thought-provoking conference talk from JSConf 2014. Delve into the myth of the '10x programmer' and examine the physical and emotional toll of intense dedication to software development. Gain insights into prevalent issues in the tech industry such as depression, repetitive strain injury (RSI), and burnout. Learn to recognize the importance of balancing professional ambition with personal well-being in the pursuit of creating great software.