While setting up a new dev machine I reflected on my essential work tools: hardware, software and configuration settings that enhance my productivity and ultimately make Jeff happier.
Two other indispensable tricks of the trade are caffeine and good headphones. (Idea: caffeinated headphones?)
Why do headphones matter? Is it to fully appreciate the intricacies of [...]
Monthly Archives: April 2008
Apr 28
Headphones
Apr 23
js2-mode rocks
If you use emacs and edit JavaScript, be sure to check out Steve Yegge’s js2-mode. You can find the gory details on his blog post and the download page, but the biggest advantages I see are:
Good syntax highlighting. It doesn’t barf parsing large, complex files.
Code folding. Optionally hide function implementations.
Inline errors and [...]