7 unique Valentine's Day programming gifts
Published: 2022-02-05 23:39:36

Valentines Day is upon us and again, we look for a way to put a smile on our second half with a great Valentine gift. In 2022 you may be looking for something cozy, and cute that will steal the heart of your loved one. I am here to help you that. These are seven original Valentine's day gift ideas for a programmer in 2022:

1\. Coding gratitude journal
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![](https://miro.medium.com/max/2100/1*WduMXQQg4_sEh2g8rCvKBQ.jpeg)

Our minds are primed to focus on bugs and missed deadlines. Sometimes to a point, we don't like to code anymore. To soften the period between successful compiles you can buy your loved second hand a gratitude journal. It will help to focus on the bright side and balance the reality, that is almost always better than we think it is.

[Check it out](https://www.etsy.com/listing/912624126/personalised-gratitude-journal?ga_order=best_seller&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=self+care&ref=sr_gallery-1-33&organic_search_click=1&pro=1)

2\. A cosplay costume
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![](https://miro.medium.com/max/2100/1*0nvJ85e0DEM0vBQ-t-yrtw.jpeg)

It is hard to find a nice cosplay costume. However I have found a hidden market where cosplay enthusiasts sell their costumes. Now, you can surprise your other half with a costume gift of her favourite series or game hero costume.

[Check it out](https://lumikhacosplay.com/s?category=full-set)

3\. Anatomic heart pixelated pillow
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![](https://miro.medium.com/max/2100/1*5S09PeBc2wWlI8DZQUjA-Q.jpeg)

Hearts, pillow, pixel art. The perfect Valentine's Day 2022 gift for a programmer that gives comfort, joy and anatomic view of a heart, underlining the true side of the love. There is no better way to express your love.

[Check it out](https://www.etsy.com/listing/1034911120/8bit-anatomical-heart-cushion-cover?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=pixelated+pillow&ref=sr_gallery-2-4&pro=1&sts=1)

4\. Smash me gift card
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![](https://miro.medium.com/max/2100/1*oGNQg2N2WP95dRFe1H60hA.jpeg)

We all deserve in 2022 to smash something up. This gift idea comes forward as a safe opportunity for your programmer to do it in a rewarding way. Let your partner vent with a block of cement that holds a gift card for their liking.

[Check it out](https://www.mancrates.com/store/products/smash-and-grab-gift-card)

5\. Panda USB heated gloves
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![](https://miro.medium.com/max/2100/1*RJf3IYMaMjWBQ7kScY8zNQ.jpeg)

These hands that code deserve to be comfy and warm. These panda gloves will keep them warm while attending remote Standup a and daily meetings. Having panda gloves is something we all deserve on Valentine's Day 2022.

[Check it out](https://www.veebeefree.com/products/hand-warmer-usb-electric-heated-gloves-cute-panda-shape-fingerless-warm-winter-laptop-gloves-heating-hands-warmer-christmas-gift)

6\. The kitchen lock
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![](https://miro.medium.com/max/2100/1*oq7n4Lq8o8YvtKlvi--MGw.jpeg)

We all programmers are addicted to the technology. So we have to use technology to lock ourself of it.

The kitchen lock allows you to lock out your phone for set amount of time, e.g. one hour. It is a perfect gift to help your programmer stay away from a blue screen and engage into real life human-human interaction.

[Check it out](https://www.thekitchensafe.com/)

7\. Fantasy programming Flashcard game
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![](https://miro.medium.com/max/2100/1*YPYfe2rut0ep_GRuAPnGhw.png)

Would you like to spend more time with your programmer? A fantasy flashcard game can be played by one, two or up to four people with one deck.

It can be played with no interest in learning or even thinking about coding, while giving your programming a chill to learn something new.

[Check it out](https://summonthejson.com/)

Whatever you will choose, I am sure your programmer will be happy from the gift, especially that we all love gifts that are unique and more than just an another thing, something we can enjoy for a longer time.

Check out also my other posts for more ideas:

[Programmer Gift 2021](https://tomaszs2.medium.com/7-unique-gifts-for-a-programmer-2021-edition-5d0b470a41b3)

[7 Affordable Gifts For A Programmer](https://tomaszs2.medium.com/7-best-affordable-gifts-for-a-programmer-7291162e568f?source=user_profile---------56-------------------------------)

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And what are your ideas for a gift for a programmer? Write in the comment section!

*Fair disclaimer: I am the creator of Summon The JSON*