Organizing Digital Life: A Minimalist Approach For Software Engineers
Organizing files helps switch modes & avoid mixing work with personal life. Focus on having just enough for the present in today's fast-changing environment. Minimalist approach can truly transform one's life amidst info overload.
This weekend, I took some time to organize all the files on my computer. I created a dedicated folder for work-related items and placed all relevant files there. The remaining items on my desktop are either related to daily life, learning, or my career transition goals. This approach has also helped me switch modes and avoid mixing work with personal life. For files that I don’t currently need but still hold some reference value (usually those that are already somewhat organized), I placed them in an "archive" folder. As for files that I’m sure I won’t need in the future and can easily find on...