Playlists for Coding: Top10 for different moods
Tags: coding, codenewbie, music, development
Published: 2024-04-09 10:50:19

Coding is not just about algorithms and syntax; it's about creating an environment that fosters creativity and efficiency. Music plays a pivotal role in this. 

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Our team embarked on **an experiment to find the best Spotify playlists** for coding, spending several days immersing ourselves in different sonic landscapes. Here's our definitive ranking, **from the most to least** preferred playlists, based on our collective experience.

**Share links to your favorite coding playlists in the comments below.** 

Inspire and help others find the perfect soundtrack for the next coding session!

**- [Perfect Concentration](https://open.spotify.com/playlist/37i9dQZF1DWSluGMsH1R9r?si=048ac774b9544465)**

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- _Vibe_: Relaxing, predominantly piano music ideal for calming down post-meeting.
- _Stats_: 300 songs, 13 hours 2 minutes, 910,556 likes.
- _Creator_: Spotify.
- _Why It Tops Our List_: This playlist's soothing instrumental music, with a heavy emphasis on piano, offers the perfect backdrop for intense focus and concentration.

**- [Coding Mode](https://open.spotify.com/playlist/37i9dQZF1DX5trt9i14X7j?si=30e43d44e30747a1)**

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- _Vibe_: Very relaxing, concentration-enhancing instrumental music with no vocals.
- _Stats_: 126 songs, 7 hours 32 minutes, 387,851 likes.
- _Creator_: Spotify.
- _Why It's a Hit_: The absence of lyrics and the tranquil tunes make this playlist ideal for deep work, helping us lose track of time and dive deep into coding.

**- [Lo-fi Chill Beats](https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4x9OtLt7bsmvqktbF0Y0Gm?si=4d8f65c7cfda46ad)**

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- _Vibe_: Chilled lo-fi music perfect for maintaining an everyday work mood without distractions.
- _Stats_: 396 songs, 14 hours 12 minutes, 378,150 likes.
- _Creator_: Lo-fi Chill Beats.
- _Why We Love It_: The laid-back lo-fi beats provide a consistent, unintrusive background that enhances focus without becoming the center of attention.

**- [Sad 90s](https://open.spotify.com/playlist/37i9dQZF1DWZFicI79sEj9?si=324c3543e5bd42ad)**

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- _Vibe_: Nostalgic and relaxing, provided you don't listen too closely to the lyrics.
- _Stats_: 74 songs, 5 hours 42 minutes, 242,470 likes.
- _Creator_: Spotify.
- _Why It's good for Coding_: The familiar tunes from the 90s offer a comforting background, making coding sessions more enjoyable without distracting from the task at hand.

**- [Hugge Music](https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4Q4S4iv4O7ocvVDm4UKL0v?si=e21796e8561443ec)**

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- _Vibe_: Songs that encapsulate nature, love, life, and coziness, creating a pretty and calming atmosphere.
- _Stats_: 447 songs, 27 hours 43 minutes, 14,112 likes.
- _Creator_: Christa Baka.
- _Why It Makes the List_: This playlist, with its cozy and life-affirming tunes, brings a warmth to coding sessions, making them feel less like work and more like a creative endeavor.

**- [Coding Focus](https://open.spotify.com/playlist/15ngsvOmlTkARCg7ipoNvG?si=16c0ac4c29864cf8)**

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- _Vibe_: Pure sound waves for those who enjoy that type of focus, allowing awareness of surroundings while being enveloped in music.
- _Stats_: 1034 songs, 21 hours 38 minutes, 18,993 likes.
- _Creator_: IW Music.
- _Why It's Special_: The unique blend of sound waves in this playlist offers a novel way to focus, providing a subtle but effective concentration boost.

**- [Alpha Brain Waves](https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2XoSZrEfOX8nriFK5XbUIN?si=8d9dc36ab95b4d51)**

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- _Vibe_: Background noise designed for concentration, utilizing alpha brain waves for everyday teamwork.
- _Stats_: 60 songs, 2 hours 25 minutes, 3,919 likes.
- _Creator_: Paul Derrickson.
- _Why It's Included_: The use of alpha waves in this playlist creates a backdrop that promotes sustained concentration, ideal for team coding sessions.

**- [Epic Coding](https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0Ik3HiGzmGgo7HhaVehxRq?si=cfc6431f8ce94aed)**

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- _Vibe_: Empowering soundtracks from games, TV series, and movies, designed to elevate mood and pace, especially near deadlines.
- _Stats_: 717 songs, 42 hours 20 minutes, 701 likes.
- _Creator_: Ireneusz Budzowski.
- _Why We Recommend It_: The epic and powerful soundtracks in this playlist can inject a sense of urgency and motivation, perfect for crunch times.

**- [Techno/Coding](https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6Xc2jJXo4XJUfay3AkdXy3?si=9e6bdca76ed543ee)**

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- _Vibe_: Pure techno that establishes a great work mood, enhancing focus and productivity.
- _Stats_: 1862 songs, 203 hours 4 minutes, 665 likes.
- _Creator_: Ze0tron.
- _Why It's Worth a Listen_: The energetic beats of techno can significantly boost work pace, making this playlist ideal for those who thrive under a bit of pressure.

**- [Oh to Be a Character in a Fantasy/Romance Novel](https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1lsAlesRbLyl0QmPGAjwVM?si=93435951d06d4ec1)**

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- _Vibe_: A mix of familiar tunes that make you feel like the protagonist of your own story, though not always suitable for daily coding.
- _Stats_: 135 songs, 8 hours 37 minutes, 1,875 likes.
- _Creator_: Eliza.
- _Why It Rounds Out Our List_: Why not

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