Episode 8 – Accessories for Programmers

Q: What do developers love more than developing? A: Expensive accessories!!! This week we're talking about our Christmas in July lists. Dream keyboards, mouses, office furniture and tablets...oh my! Lots of links below. Click and drool. Keyboards Joe's favorite is The CODE Keyboard Mike's favorite is any old plain keyboard - previous was the Logitech MK520 and more recently the Logitech Wave MK550 Allen is partial to the ergonomic keyboards. Previously had the Adesso Tru-Form (great idea, poor quality), wants the Kinesis Advantage USB, but settled for the Microsoft Comfort 5000 A little more adventurous and want to roll your own?!  Check out geekhack.org for the ultimate guide in building your own keyboards! "My meaty man-hands can't tell when the keys are down!" Mice Joe is in love with (literally) the Mad Catz R.A.T.5 Gaming Mouse Mike's pointing device of choice is the Magic Mouse Allen's go to device is the Magic Trackpad Chairs Most devs spend more time in their office chairs than their beds, get a dang char! Aeron Chair by Herman Miller Any suggestions for Aeron alternatives? Monitors How many monitors are sufficient? 4k's are nice...but PRICEY! Occulus Rift The new MacPro can drive 3 4k displays...we don't have any :( Amazing monitor stands Desks You keep these things forever The desk is your domain! To drawer or not to drawer? TBC Consoles - Holy Cow Mmmmm custom desks! Headphones Monoprice Earbuds don't convey "Leave me alone" status Sony NWZW273 4 GB Waterproof Walkman Sports MP3 Player (Black) - Waterproof! Laptops / Tablets MacBook Pro Microsoft - Surface Pro 2 Lenovo IdeaPad Yoga 2 Pro Apple iPad Mini mobilemouse.com - Control Home Theatre PC from phone/table

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