Why you are not focused as a web developer
Tags: productivity, webdev, learning, beginners
Published: 2021-08-24 14:55:11

## Introduction
We web developers are always faced with distractions. It's not uncommon to see web developers on their computers with open tabs for Twitter, Facebook, and Reddit crowding the taskbar of your computer. Here are some tips on staying focused in order to be more productive as a web developer. 

## 1. Turn off notifications from web apps that are distractions 
One way to stay focused while web developing is to turn off notifications from web apps that are distractions. Whether it is Reddit or Facebook, these web applications will keep you checking for updates and inevitably bring you away from your work. Turning off those notifications can help keep web developers focused on their work. 

## 2. Set short deadlines for yourself throughout the day and work on one task at a time 
Another thing web developers can do to help stay focused on their work is to set short deadlines for themselves. Set one 30-minute deadline for yourself and then focus on one task at a time. You will be more focused and can ensure that you will have a productive day. 



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### The Pomodoro Technique
The Pomodoro Technique is one of the most popular productivity techniques for web developers. A web developer can use this technique to focus on a single task and set short deadlines for themselves. This technique is based on time-boxing work in 25 minutes, with 5-minute breaks between them. The web developer will have to work for 25 minutes without any distractions and then take a break. There are also various applications that web developers can install that will help keep them on track by doing things such as blocking web sites like Reddit or Facebook from loading when web developers are working on their tasks.

## 3. Create a "Do Not Disturb" zone in your home or office with headphones, earplugs, and an eye mask to block out other distractions 
The next thing web developers can do is to create a "do not disturb" zone in their home or office. This way web developers will have everything they need to stay focused on their work without any other distractions. This zone should include headphones, earplugs, and an eye mask. When web developers make this space for themselves, they are more likely to stay focused on their work and not be interrupted by anything else that might happen around them.

## 4. Give yourself rewards when you complete tasks - this can be anything from taking a break to reading something interesting 
A web developer can use this technique when they are trying to work on a task. Maybe web developers might need some motivation to complete the task, so web developers can give themselves a reward at the end of it. Rewards are unlimited, web developers might want to take a break or read something interesting. This technique can motivate web developers to get through the rough parts of web development.

### Take Breaks
An example of a reward can be taking breaks. Studies show that the most effective way to learn is with frequent breaks. For adults, it takes about 30 minutes of solid studying before you'll start losing your focus and forgetting what you've learned. A study from Cornell University found a sweet spot for retention in adults at around 45-90 minute intervals between learning sessions-- so if you have 3 hours worth of material to cover, take three short 10+minute break followed by 5 more minutes on each section just as long as they're not longer than 2 hours total time combined!

## 5. Get rid of all social media apps from your phone so you're not tempted to check them constantly while working on projects or during meeting
The next thing web developers can do to help stay focused is to get rid of all social media apps from their phone. It's not uncommon for web developers to be tempted to check their social media apps while they are working on projects or during meetings. The temptation will be removed by getting rid of these web applications from web developer's phone. 

## 6. Take care of your mental health by exercising regularly, eating healthy food, meditating, getting enough sleep, and practicing self-care techniques
The web developer can also take care of their own mental health by exercising regularly, eating healthier food, meditating, getting enough sleep, and practicing self-care techniques. Web developers can use these techniques to help with their productivity and focus on web development. 

## Conclusion
Web developers are constantly inundated with distractions, and it can be difficult to stay on task when you have open tabs for Twitter, Facebook, and Reddit all crowding your taskbar. Here are some tips on how web developers can stay focused in order to get more done! Web developers may want to take advantage of time-boxing work in 25 minutes intervals followed by 5 minute breaks or try creating a "do not disturb" zone that includes headphones/earplugs/eye mask. Another great way web developer's can keep their focus is by giving themselves rewards every time they complete tasks like taking a break or reading something interesting. Finally web developers should make sure they're taking care of their mental health by exercising regularly, eating healthy food, meditating