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👋👋👋 Time for the #DevDiscuss Twitter chat. Tonight's topic, as chosen by the community is: Relaxing non-code hobbies. So let's hear 'em. What do you do to unwind and take your mind away from code? Always use the #DevDiscuss tag, even in quotes and replies. 👩‍💻👨‍💻

thetowerepunzel Apr 17 @ 9:05 PM EDT

I fly planes. It’s oddly relaxing and the small ones I fly are old-school so get me away from computers. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

EntirelyAmelia Apr 17 @ 9:06 PM EDT

My biggest hobby is running, but as someone who really loves the marathon, I’m not sure “relaxing” describes it. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

BenRCongdon Apr 17 @ 9:06 PM EDT

Piano, running, and photography 🎹🏃📸 #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

philnash Apr 17 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Does eating count? And cooking, I do love BBQing low and slow, but it's really about the eating! 🍖 #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

dangolant Apr 17 @ 9:07 PM EDT

not sure if it counts as a hobby but I like to try a new recipe around once a week #devdiscuss . Also: my next project is learning how to build a bed frame :D

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

rileywills Apr 17 @ 9:07 PM EDT

Relaxing with my family! #DevDiscuss

bendhalpern Apr 17 @ 9:07 PM EDT

I'm sure the exercise relaxes your mind in general, if not in the moment. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @EntirelyAmelia, @ThePracticalDev

iTMayzIII Apr 17 @ 9:08 PM EDT

#devdiscuss :)

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

EntirelyAmelia Apr 17 @ 9:08 PM EDT

It absolutely does! I’m so much more clear-headed on days when I run before work! #DevDiscuss

In reply to @bendhalpern, @ThePracticalDev

kylegalbraith Apr 17 @ 9:08 PM EDT

I go running about 4-5 times a week and lift weights the other days. So I exercise, essentially. #DevDiscuss

Ld00d Apr 17 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Surfing. It's almost impossible to think about anything but surfing while you're out in the water. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

nick_leake Apr 17 @ 9:08 PM EDT

Meditate, hike, bike, cook, brew beer, video games. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

jmdembe Apr 17 @ 9:08 PM EDT

My favorite non-code related hobbies involve food. I like a good restaurant or I will turn on a podcast and create a very good and comforting Sunday dinner. #DevDiscuss

TheOriginalBPC Apr 17 @ 9:08 PM EDT

I do lots of needlecraft kits and projects. I've made ornaments, a tree skirt, and stuffed animals. I also like to workout, read books, and play mobile games on my phone. #devdiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

engineer_fouad Apr 17 @ 9:08 PM EDT

#DevDiscuss Sleeping

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

kylegalbraith Apr 17 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Cooking totally counts! #DevDiscuss

In reply to @dangolant, @ThePracticalDev

kvlly Apr 17 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Relaxing non-coding hobbies include... #DevDiscuss

ARW_KW Apr 17 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Woodworking. It's nice to create something with a tangible result at the end. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

JRupslauskas Apr 17 @ 9:09 PM EDT

I love tying flies. Detail oriented work with unlimited room for improvisation and creativity. Plus, it provides you with the opportunity to hook up with a big fish. Very rewarding when it comes full circle! #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

kunde21 Apr 17 @ 9:09 PM EDT

Physically: Running and Cycling Mentally: Reading and watching Astrophysics shows on Sci Emotionally: Watching Soccer #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

philnash Apr 17 @ 9:10 PM EDT

I'm more clear-headed on days when I run in the morning, I'm just more leaden-legged... Probably why I don't call it a hobby! #DevDiscuss

In reply to @EntirelyAmelia, @bendhalpern, @ThePracticalDev

jmdembe Apr 17 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Or even Sunday breakfast! Brioche French toast, pancakes, omelettes—I just need a podcast and the kitchen had my full attention #devdiscuss

recursive_chaos Apr 17 @ 9:10 PM EDT

I like working on my car. It gets me away from the computer, and gives me something physical to work on. I don't know if I'd call it relaxing when I break a f@&%ing bolt off though. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

GeezusSpecials Apr 17 @ 9:10 PM EDT

Playing video games. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

kylegalbraith Apr 17 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Yes, coffee and beer are my go to here in #PDX. In France, it is all about the wine. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @kvlly

maurice_hayward Apr 17 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Watching anime! #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

the_scott Apr 17 @ 9:11 PM EDT

@ThePracticalDev I binge read comic books. I also write lyrics/poems that I may one day publish. #DevDiscuss

dangolant Apr 17 @ 9:11 PM EDT

It's one of those things that I think can be hobby-fied (like exercise) but is also cuspy because like...at some point everyone should know how to cook soooomething and get *some* form of exercise, right? maybe im projecting my values tho #devdiscuss

In reply to @kylegalbraith, @ThePracticalDev

philnash Apr 17 @ 9:11 PM EDT

😋🎉 #DevDiscuss

In reply to @EntirelyAmelia, @ThePracticalDev

MartyHimmel Apr 17 @ 9:11 PM EDT

Gaming, hiking, biking, and occasionally writing. It's been a while, but playing guitar and keyboard/piano are also somewhere on the list (and something I want to get back into regularly). Gaming gets the most time, though. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

ahansondev Apr 17 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Running, swimming, coaching, anything outdoors and away from a computer to give my mind a break #devdiscuss

ThePracticalDev Apr 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT

👋👋👋 Time for the #DevDiscuss Twitter chat. Tonight's topic, as chosen by the community is: Relaxing non-code hobbies. So let's hear 'em. What do you do to unwind and take your mind away from code? Always use the #DevDiscuss tag, even in quotes and replies. 👩‍💻👨‍💻

pcanella Apr 17 @ 9:12 PM EDT

I have a saltwater aquarium! A lot of work, but you get to play with chemistry, coral and creatures! If I wasn’t an engineer I’d be a marine biologist! #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

kylegalbraith Apr 17 @ 9:12 PM EDT

I don't know if it counts as a hobby, but I love travelling as well. Especially to my wife's home country, France. #DevDiscuss

bendhalpern Apr 17 @ 9:12 PM EDT

#devdiscuss

Universe_FD Apr 17 @ 9:12 PM EDT

I take a break, depending on the deadline. Sometimes few hours, sometimes days, sometimes months (for my own projects). It help me rethink and spot mistakes in the initial conception/implementation. #DevDiscuss

ThePracticalDev Apr 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT

👋👋👋 Time for the #DevDiscuss Twitter chat. Tonight's topic, as chosen by the community is: Relaxing non-code hobbies. So let's hear 'em. What do you do to unwind and take your mind away from code? Always use the #DevDiscuss tag, even in quotes and replies. 👩‍💻👨‍💻

dipolecat Apr 17 @ 9:12 PM EDT

#DevDiscuss My non-code hobbies aren't to "take your mind away from code" since right now I only code as a hobby (that might be changing soon). For a long time I spent a lot of time juggling. It was quite fun and gave me a little exercise.

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

dipolecat Apr 17 @ 9:12 PM EDT

#devdiscuss I went through a period where I didn't have the energy to do any hobbies, code or otherwise, but recently I've started with juggling again and am also learning poi. I'm quite fond of the circus-type stuff in general, though it's stuff I would only do as a hobby.

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

kevin_t_hill Apr 17 @ 9:12 PM EDT

Fishing, mountain biking, video games, gardening #DevDiscuss

kylegalbraith Apr 17 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Cooking something new and unique every week is definitely a hobby because it can be a ton of fun and you are expanding your horizons. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @dangolant, @ThePracticalDev

CausticDave Apr 17 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Learning Spanish. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

nappy_techie Apr 17 @ 9:13 PM EDT

#DevDiscuss crochet and martial arts!

ThePracticalDev Apr 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT

👋👋👋 Time for the #DevDiscuss Twitter chat. Tonight's topic, as chosen by the community is: Relaxing non-code hobbies. So let's hear 'em. What do you do to unwind and take your mind away from code? Always use the #DevDiscuss tag, even in quotes and replies. 👩‍💻👨‍💻

GaryAsh1969 Apr 17 @ 9:13 PM EDT

I’m working my way through this list of the greatest books of all time https://t.co/qss1dqBM85 #DevDiscuss

lafriedel Apr 17 @ 9:13 PM EDT

Just discovered this chat in my timeline via @jmdembe - cool! Hello all. I've had to stop temporarily due to a shoulder injury, but I really enjoy rock climbing and yoga. I've taken up running in the meantime. #devdiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev, @jmdembe

R_acioly Apr 17 @ 9:13 PM EDT

I'm adept to yoga and meditation and someone wrote a post about this if you want to know more. #DevDiscuss https://t.co/dmI8TorjMQ

bendhalpern Apr 17 @ 9:14 PM EDT

I enjoy walking around the city on a nice day with an audiobook in my headphones. I like biographies. #devdiscuss Some exercise and some educational reading all at once.

ThePracticalDev Apr 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT

👋👋👋 Time for the #DevDiscuss Twitter chat. Tonight's topic, as chosen by the community is: Relaxing non-code hobbies. So let's hear 'em. What do you do to unwind and take your mind away from code? Always use the #DevDiscuss tag, even in quotes and replies. 👩‍💻👨‍💻

courtneyxann Apr 17 @ 9:14 PM EDT

I'm a huge foodie. I often joke that if I wasn't in tech I'd be a gourmet chef or a pastry artist. Cooking is something that is easy to come home and relax to after a long day. Throw on some music and go. #devdiscuss

ThePracticalDev Apr 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT

👋👋👋 Time for the #DevDiscuss Twitter chat. Tonight's topic, as chosen by the community is: Relaxing non-code hobbies. So let's hear 'em. What do you do to unwind and take your mind away from code? Always use the #DevDiscuss tag, even in quotes and replies. 👩‍💻👨‍💻

edmilson_rocha_ Apr 17 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Playing strategy and card games to keep the mind sharp. Just Dance to keep the body active! :) #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

atleebreland Apr 17 @ 9:14 PM EDT

Sewing and knitting let me do something meditative with my hands, and I do some of my best thinking while I’m making something useful. #devdiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

TheHulq82 Apr 17 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Going on a run early in the morning helps me organize my thoughts and plan for the day. Preparedness is relaxing. #DevDiscuss

beeg_smith Apr 17 @ 9:15 PM EDT

My lawn may as well be a third child. I love mowing that bad boy. Speaking of children, hanging out with my two little girls relieves the stress of coding as well #DevDiscuss

ahansondev Apr 17 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Gotta have that work-life balance, otherwise it's easy to get burned out, no matter how much you like your job or project #DevDiscuss

Universe_FD Apr 17 @ 9:15 PM EDT

I can do anything during this break, it just has to be unrelated to coding. Mostly I just tweet and watch movies but I also like to search and discover new topics on dev and physics around the Internet. #DevDiscuss

Universe_FD Apr 17 @ 9:12 PM EDT
I take a break, depending on the deadline. Sometimes few hours, sometimes days, sometimes months (for my own projects). It help me rethink and spot mistakes in the initial conception/implementation. #DevDiscuss
- ThePracticalDev Apr 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT
  
  👋👋👋 Time for the #DevDiscuss Twitter chat. Tonight's topic, as chosen by the community is: Relaxing non-code hobbies. So let's hear 'em. What do you do to unwind and take your mind away from code? Always use the #DevDiscuss tag, even in quotes and replies. 👩‍💻👨‍💻

lafriedel Apr 17 @ 9:15 PM EDT

My fiancé got his sport pilot license a few years ago and I went up with him once. I had so much anxiety that I cried before he even turned the engine on. 😂 Once we were up though it was a really cool experience. #devdiscuss

In reply to @thetowerepunzel, @ThePracticalDev

iwilsonq Apr 17 @ 9:15 PM EDT

Running a ton; on the hilly trails, in the darkness, along rivers and oceans. Running fast, running slow. Listening to your body and feeling your pain points. Practically writing apps and ideas with new vigor from activity #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

kylegalbraith Apr 17 @ 9:15 PM EDT

O and for those that are wondering, I have been learning French for 3 years. Its hard, I would dare to say harder than creating my first compiler. #DevDiscuss

gdavis92 Apr 17 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Running, racquetball, soccer, concerts #DevDiscuss

ThePracticalDev Apr 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT

👋👋👋 Time for the #DevDiscuss Twitter chat. Tonight's topic, as chosen by the community is: Relaxing non-code hobbies. So let's hear 'em. What do you do to unwind and take your mind away from code? Always use the #DevDiscuss tag, even in quotes and replies. 👩‍💻👨‍💻

oldJavaGuy Apr 17 @ 9:16 PM EDT

Martial Arts, been training and teaching Taekwondo for 32 years now. Very similar to programming: lots of style wars and bikeshedding going on 😎 My opinion for both: There's more than one way to do it, it's the context, baby. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

nick_canz Apr 17 @ 9:17 PM EDT

#devdiscuss I really enjoy cooking. Nothing beats setting up a good mise en place, cleaning as you go, and then having nothing to do but eat.

ThePracticalDev Apr 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT

👋👋👋 Time for the #DevDiscuss Twitter chat. Tonight's topic, as chosen by the community is: Relaxing non-code hobbies. So let's hear 'em. What do you do to unwind and take your mind away from code? Always use the #DevDiscuss tag, even in quotes and replies. 👩‍💻👨‍💻

andrewingram Apr 17 @ 9:17 PM EDT

Salsa dancing a few nights a week, weight training 3-4 times a week, copious amounts of YouTube and Netflix #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

julichala Apr 17 @ 9:18 PM EDT

#DevDiscuss play bass, guitar or drums... And play table tennis (please don't say "ping pong")

In reply to @kunde21, @ThePracticalDev

lafriedel Apr 17 @ 9:18 PM EDT

That's so cool! What kind of creatures do you have? What's the capacity of the tank? #devdiscuss

In reply to @pcanella, @ThePracticalDev

bladesjester Apr 17 @ 9:18 PM EDT

Among other things, I do leather work and martial arts #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

daveberning Apr 17 @ 9:18 PM EDT

When I’m not coding, I tend to gravitate towards my Nintendo Switch and save Hyrule. #DevDiscuss

courtneyxann Apr 17 @ 9:18 PM EDT

My other side hobby is thinking about building out my own food blog so I can mix my two passions, but it's still a work in progress. I do have a domain name, email address, and Twitter/Insta handles made so one day. #DevDiscuss

KardOnIce Apr 17 @ 9:19 PM EDT

I like to hike and read books by the beach. I love to code, but I need time outside. #DevDiscuss

ThePracticalDev Apr 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT

👋👋👋 Time for the #DevDiscuss Twitter chat. Tonight's topic, as chosen by the community is: Relaxing non-code hobbies. So let's hear 'em. What do you do to unwind and take your mind away from code? Always use the #DevDiscuss tag, even in quotes and replies. 👩‍💻👨‍💻

ariksasmita Apr 17 @ 9:19 PM EDT

When I'm away from keyboard it's usually workout or running. Dinner and movie time as well occasionally #DevDiscuss

quinns Apr 17 @ 9:19 PM EDT

It sounds lame but playing with my kids is my refuge from computerland #devdiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

jmdembe Apr 17 @ 9:20 PM EDT

I sometimes bake as well. I have recently been on a biscuit kick, but I can make cheesecakes, cookies, and cake. #devdiscuss

ajw1970 Apr 17 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Doesn't sound lame at all. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @quinns, @ThePracticalDev

gumnos Apr 17 @ 9:21 PM EDT

I have a number of non-code things I do that can be considered relaxing (working out, cooking, washing dishes, …), but very few also qualify as "hobbies". Most of my hobbies still involve sitting in front of a screen (learning & sharpening skills). #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

schutzsmith Apr 17 @ 9:21 PM EDT

I enjoy binge watching different series with my wife... Just finished Love on @netflix. Also playing any EA Sports game or Fortnite! I like to let the mind veg and think about nothing. #DevDiscuss

NavyRails Apr 17 @ 9:21 PM EDT

Home renovations. No really. It's a great creative outlet and requires physical labor which is great when you have a sedentary job. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

soundstruck Apr 17 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Definitely hiking/nature, and playing hockey. Playing guitar has always been great relaxation for me. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

joelatwar Apr 17 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Building/racing cars and collecting/shooting guns are my main hobbies. Both are expensive and time consuming but are also great excuses to get outside. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

courtneyxann Apr 17 @ 9:22 PM EDT

Yoga is such a great way to help balance "programmer slouch". And meditation helps clear the mind! #DevDiscuss

In reply to @R_acioly

soundstruck Apr 17 @ 9:23 PM EDT

I can relate. I've been enjoying yard work lately...go figure! 🙂#DevDiscuss

In reply to @NavyRails, @ThePracticalDev

IgnoreIntuition Apr 17 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Watching 70s horror flicks, playing board games with the fam, hiking. Would live to get into building retro PCs and arcade cabinets. #DevDiscuss

ThePracticalDev Apr 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT

👋👋👋 Time for the #DevDiscuss Twitter chat. Tonight's topic, as chosen by the community is: Relaxing non-code hobbies. So let's hear 'em. What do you do to unwind and take your mind away from code? Always use the #DevDiscuss tag, even in quotes and replies. 👩‍💻👨‍💻

shannon_crabill Apr 17 @ 9:23 PM EDT

I watch a looot of TV. I need better hobbies #DevDiscuss

kylegalbraith Apr 17 @ 9:23 PM EDT

Id check out that blog! #DevDiscuss

In reply to @courtneyxann

jpisare Apr 17 @ 9:25 PM EDT

To un-wind (but it's not relaxing) I hit the gym at like 4:45 AM to lift. Starts my day off right and it's some "me" time. I feel like it sets the tone for the work day ahead. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

aric49 Apr 17 @ 9:25 PM EDT

#knitting and playing retro video games ala #atari2600. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

KyleStratis Apr 17 @ 9:26 PM EDT

Lifting weights. It's my meditation, a way to reconnect to my body, and a great way to begin the day. Non-technical reading is a very close second - nothing like literature to really expand your empathy, mental models, and experience. #devdiscuss

ThePracticalDev Apr 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT

👋👋👋 Time for the #DevDiscuss Twitter chat. Tonight's topic, as chosen by the community is: Relaxing non-code hobbies. So let's hear 'em. What do you do to unwind and take your mind away from code? Always use the #DevDiscuss tag, even in quotes and replies. 👩‍💻👨‍💻

dhcrain Apr 17 @ 9:27 PM EDT

@ThePracticalDev Mountain biking and getting it into the woods #DevDiscuss

CiaranM87 Apr 17 @ 9:27 PM EDT

It's playing pool for me. Like, playing it properly at a high level (well, trying to). There's a certain familiar element of problem-solving and pattern play in the game that helps in unwinding - gotta clear that table! #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

bensaufley Apr 17 @ 9:27 PM EDT

Um well I’m watching soccer … while I debug this Babel issue? #DevDiscuss

ThePracticalDev Apr 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT

👋👋👋 Time for the #DevDiscuss Twitter chat. Tonight's topic, as chosen by the community is: Relaxing non-code hobbies. So let's hear 'em. What do you do to unwind and take your mind away from code? Always use the #DevDiscuss tag, even in quotes and replies. 👩‍💻👨‍💻

wynterjones Apr 17 @ 9:27 PM EDT

How I unwind for code: If it's a sunny day then drive fast on a long road listening to music and drive slowly on way home listening to talk radio / podcast. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

gumnos Apr 17 @ 9:28 PM EDT

(I know it's not popular as people call it unhealthy, but I don't expect that from other geeks and it REALLY DOES relax me to learn new tech, practice it, and add it to my toolbelt.) #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

davglass Apr 17 @ 9:28 PM EDT

Riding @harleydavidson’s with @zacharyglass & @Mkoopajr #DevDiscuss

ThePracticalDev Apr 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT

👋👋👋 Time for the #DevDiscuss Twitter chat. Tonight's topic, as chosen by the community is: Relaxing non-code hobbies. So let's hear 'em. What do you do to unwind and take your mind away from code? Always use the #DevDiscuss tag, even in quotes and replies. 👩‍💻👨‍💻

lafriedel Apr 17 @ 9:28 PM EDT

It's too bad my fiancé isn't part of this chat - he collects hobbies. He kinda does it for us both. Coding is a hobby for him but so is brewing kombucha, building computers, gardening, pickling, bread baking, bicycling, Netflix, flying planes (retired), etc... #devdiscuss

MiddleNameRaj Apr 17 @ 9:29 PM EDT

I just bought a MIDI controller to try and make some music! #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

philnash Apr 17 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Totally not lame! #DevDiscuss

In reply to @quinns, @ThePracticalDev

pcanella Apr 17 @ 9:30 PM EDT

Thank you! It’s a small 20 gallon tank with 3 fish (including a clownfish), a bunch of (living) soft coral, a shrimp and some crabs/snails! Here’s a photo! #DevDiscuss

In reply to @lafriedel, @ThePracticalDev

GHBoer Apr 17 @ 9:31 PM EDT

#devdiscuss Rocket League free play mode, screwing around is quite meditative.

AntJanus Apr 17 @ 9:31 PM EDT

I have a lot of hobbies but they boil down to: 1. Writing fiction 2. Hiking 3. Reading 4. Hanging out with kids (fuck yeah!) 5. Playing old games with @NGPpodcast #DevDiscuss

ThePracticalDev Apr 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT

👋👋👋 Time for the #DevDiscuss Twitter chat. Tonight's topic, as chosen by the community is: Relaxing non-code hobbies. So let's hear 'em. What do you do to unwind and take your mind away from code? Always use the #DevDiscuss tag, even in quotes and replies. 👩‍💻👨‍💻

soundstruck Apr 17 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Yes! Very cool. I used to be more serious about it and played some 9-ball tourneys years ago. It's great to learn it past the "bar room play" (though that's fun sometimes, too). #DevDiscuss

In reply to @CiaranM87, @ThePracticalDev

lafriedel Apr 17 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Sooooo pretty! Did you design and build the layout as well? #devdiscuss

In reply to @pcanella, @ThePracticalDev

kylegalbraith Apr 17 @ 9:31 PM EDT

Downhill mountain biking? #DevDiscuss

In reply to @dhcrain, @ThePracticalDev

ajw1970 Apr 17 @ 9:31 PM EDT

#DevDiscuss going to give camping a try.

philnash Apr 17 @ 9:33 PM EDT

The #DevDiscuss chat today on hobbies outside of programming is such a great example of how different we all are as developers. Dive in to discover some great ways to unwind away from a computer.

ThePracticalDev Apr 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT

👋👋👋 Time for the #DevDiscuss Twitter chat. Tonight's topic, as chosen by the community is: Relaxing non-code hobbies. So let's hear 'em. What do you do to unwind and take your mind away from code? Always use the #DevDiscuss tag, even in quotes and replies. 👩‍💻👨‍💻

newtroncode Apr 17 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Relaxing non-coding hobbies are working out, reading, and rocket league #DevDiscuss

soundstruck Apr 17 @ 9:33 PM EDT

It's gotten waaaaay better! The physics and gameplay are awesome! #DevDiscuss

In reply to @schutzsmith, @netflix

TheSierraMP Apr 17 @ 9:33 PM EDT

Snowboarding or riding motorcycles. Things that require concentration, physical effort, and a little bit of fear don't leave room for coding problems to wander into my mind #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

jmdembe Apr 17 @ 9:33 PM EDT

I am also getting into Pilates, but I have been very inconsistent with doing it every morning. Is it relaxing? Ehhhh... #DevDiscuss

shannon_crabill Apr 17 @ 9:34 PM EDT

Yeah. TV is kind of my brainless thing, but I hear ya #DevDiscuss

In reply to @courtneyxann

pauxdsantamaria Apr 17 @ 9:34 PM EDT

I found the best hobbies to keep my mind away from coding and work problems are playing story rich videogames or reading (big Stephen King fan). I get myself into this whole different world and forget about the real one, totally relaxing. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @edmilson_rocha_, @DevDiscussHQ, @ThePracticalDev

lafriedel Apr 17 @ 9:34 PM EDT

@DorfmanDesign feel free to elaborate and add any hobbies I've likely forgotten since you have so many! 😋 #devdiscuss

In reply to @DorfmanDesign

Ky1e_S Apr 17 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Not relaxing but I'm a racing driver (which also happens to be the chosen pastime of ruby on rails inventor, dhh) #devdiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

shannon_crabill Apr 17 @ 9:35 PM EDT

In the future I could see home decorating or furniture refinishing being a hobby of mine #DevDiscuss

lordscarlet Apr 17 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Gardening, home improvements and model trains. Although the last I do more reading about than actual doing. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

PliyoSan Apr 17 @ 9:35 PM EDT

Relaxing non code habits? 0. Food. 1. Videogames. 2. Writing / reading. 3. Exercise (martial arts or skating). #DevDiscuss

mighty_nixe Apr 17 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Glassblowing, quilting, yoga, reading, and cooking! In general, making things and/or being active and/or hanging out with my cat. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

shanisebarona Apr 17 @ 9:36 PM EDT

Yoga, yoga, yoga 🧘🏾‍♀️ #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

bradstemke Apr 17 @ 9:36 PM EDT

One of my favorite hobbies is collecting 35mm slides from estate sales. Currently converting some to digital files now! Finally started an Instagram for it too https://t.co/iNQwlRuf7l #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

slatermaus Apr 17 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Crossfit, piano, guitar, photography, reading (fiction even!) #devdiscuss Not terribly new kinds of things but they serve me well.

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

norvinyecla Apr 17 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Cooking makes me relax #devdiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

philnash Apr 17 @ 9:37 PM EDT

Seconded that sometimes you need a brainless activity! TV is wonderful for switching off! #DevDiscuss

In reply to @shannon_crabill, @courtneyxann

sohaybh Apr 17 @ 9:38 PM EDT

I go to the gym daily. On weekends, I usually go hiking and continue reading books that I wasn't able to read during the week. #DevDiscuss

ThePracticalDev Apr 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT

👋👋👋 Time for the #DevDiscuss Twitter chat. Tonight's topic, as chosen by the community is: Relaxing non-code hobbies. So let's hear 'em. What do you do to unwind and take your mind away from code? Always use the #DevDiscuss tag, even in quotes and replies. 👩‍💻👨‍💻

onlybluefeet Apr 17 @ 9:38 PM EDT

@ThePracticalDev Running. Lots of it to clear my head. Then woodworking. Spending time away from my computer is very important. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev, @ThePracticalDev

gdavis92 Apr 17 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Sweet! What kind? #DevDiscuss

In reply to @MiddleNameRaj, @ThePracticalDev

kylegalbraith Apr 17 @ 9:38 PM EDT

Growing up I also raced motocross, which is part of the reason I have a side project @ultfansx for fantasy supercross and motocross enthusiasts #DevDiscuss

philnash Apr 17 @ 9:38 PM EDT

What cars do you race? It's bad ass regardless. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @Ky1e_S, @ThePracticalDev

Wintermute21 Apr 17 @ 9:39 PM EDT

non coding hobbies are studying philosophy and psychology. #devdiscuss

lafriedel Apr 17 @ 9:39 PM EDT

That is awesome! I'm gonna follow. Reminds me of my stint in high school when I would buy already-written-out postcards at flea markets. The older the better. My oldest was from 1903. I still have them actually. #devdiscuss

In reply to @bradstemke, @ThePracticalDev

IgnoreIntuition Apr 17 @ 9:39 PM EDT

Been looking for some decent story driven games. Recommendations? #DevDiscuss

In reply to @pauxdsantamaria, @ThePracticalDev, @edmilson_rocha_, @DevDiscussHQ

courtneyxann Apr 17 @ 9:39 PM EDT

I'm seeing lots of cooking, reading, and yoga as relaxing hobbies which means you are all my type of people! #DevDiscuss

lafriedel Apr 17 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Um, is that your home in the background of the first pic? Looks suuuuper hip and chill 😍 #devdiscuss

In reply to @onlybluefeet, @ThePracticalDev

NeyraVader Apr 17 @ 9:40 PM EDT

Recently when I want to take my mind away from code I take a camera and go to take photos in different places in my city. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

philnash Apr 17 @ 9:41 PM EDT

My last BBQ took 8-9 hours and was just delicious pulled pork at the end. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

bendhalpern Apr 17 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Dammmnnnnnn #devdiscuss

sohaybh Apr 17 @ 9:38 PM EDT
I go to the gym daily. On weekends, I usually go hiking and continue reading books that I wasn't able to read during the week. #DevDiscuss
- ThePracticalDev Apr 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT
  
  👋👋👋 Time for the #DevDiscuss Twitter chat. Tonight's topic, as chosen by the community is: Relaxing non-code hobbies. So let's hear 'em. What do you do to unwind and take your mind away from code? Always use the #DevDiscuss tag, even in quotes and replies. 👩‍💻👨‍💻

TheOriginalBPC Apr 17 @ 9:42 PM EDT

I'd love to learn archery sometime. Or at least try it. It does look a lot harder than it looks, but it would be something fun to learn that isn't coding. #devdiscuss

pbzweihander Apr 17 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Non-code hobby: Beer! #DevDiscuss

MountainManJon Apr 17 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Mountain Biking, comics, video games, dreaming about becoming a millionaire. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

bendhalpern Apr 17 @ 9:42 PM EDT

Well done 👌 #DevDiscuss

In reply to @onlybluefeet, @lafriedel, @ThePracticalDev

jamesfuston Apr 17 @ 9:43 PM EDT

Repairing and building computers. It's the right mixture of working with technology and working with my hands. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

MarkJohnson303 Apr 17 @ 9:44 PM EDT

That console is sweet! Love the different grain patterns on the far right door. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @onlybluefeet, @ThePracticalDev

lpasqualis Apr 17 @ 9:44 PM EDT

I carve wood into sculptures. #DevDiscuss

mubashariqbal Apr 17 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Movies, movies, movies. Sometimes when I don’t want to take a break from code, movies about coding 😀 #devdiscuss

ThePracticalDev Apr 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT

👋👋👋 Time for the #DevDiscuss Twitter chat. Tonight's topic, as chosen by the community is: Relaxing non-code hobbies. So let's hear 'em. What do you do to unwind and take your mind away from code? Always use the #DevDiscuss tag, even in quotes and replies. 👩‍💻👨‍💻

lafriedel Apr 17 @ 9:45 PM EDT

I just went looking for them and I may have actually gotten rid of them, but my favorite message was from that oldest one: "I arrived safely with a blue lip." Who says stuff like that anymore?! So poetic for something so simple. #devdiscuss

In reply to @bradstemke, @ThePracticalDev

Programazing Apr 17 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Check out my website/blog at https://t.co/4DAQVTUa1s #DevDiscuss

ASpittel Apr 17 @ 9:45 PM EDT

I rock climb! I also recently got into CrossFit and am having a ton of fun with it! I also may go to brunch a lot... #DevDiscuss

ThePracticalDev Apr 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT

👋👋👋 Time for the #DevDiscuss Twitter chat. Tonight's topic, as chosen by the community is: Relaxing non-code hobbies. So let's hear 'em. What do you do to unwind and take your mind away from code? Always use the #DevDiscuss tag, even in quotes and replies. 👩‍💻👨‍💻

jmdembe Apr 17 @ 9:45 PM EDT

I would love to try glass blowing on the weekend, but I’m not sure how my asthma would handle it. Any thoughts? #devdiscuss

jordanpittman Apr 17 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Guitar and piano. #DevDiscuss

ThePracticalDev Apr 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT

👋👋👋 Time for the #DevDiscuss Twitter chat. Tonight's topic, as chosen by the community is: Relaxing non-code hobbies. So let's hear 'em. What do you do to unwind and take your mind away from code? Always use the #DevDiscuss tag, even in quotes and replies. 👩‍💻👨‍💻

philnash Apr 17 @ 9:45 PM EDT

I've had some great fun in karts! Would have loved to get into it more (but I was always a bit too heavy 😄). Are you in a league? #DevDiscuss

In reply to @Ky1e_S, @ThePracticalDev

yechielk Apr 17 @ 9:45 PM EDT

One hobby I wish I had the time/money to pursue is flying. Until I work those two out I unwind with the next best thing, aviation videos on YouTube 😜 #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

nickytonline Apr 17 @ 9:45 PM EDT

Heading to the gym. Exercise is amazing at clearing your head. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

ray_guimond Apr 17 @ 9:46 PM EDT

#DevDiscuss oh and learning how to crochet

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

thanniaB Apr 17 @ 9:46 PM EDT

Martial arts, theater, recently oil painting #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

corsoa Apr 17 @ 9:46 PM EDT

I love to paint ceramics, porcelain, and woodwork. Here's a tiny Christmas ornament I painted. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

tallguy_hackett Apr 17 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Reading and Disc Golf are two of my favorite hobbies away from coding #DevDiscuss

TheHanna Apr 17 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Is parenting a hobby? No? What about downloading installing, and configuring mods for PC games and never playing them? #DevDiscuss

philnash Apr 17 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Brunch 👌 #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ASpittel

MarkJohnson303 Apr 17 @ 9:47 PM EDT

My fav non-code hobby is DJing. Love to spend time digging for music and discovering new songs. Particularly anything with a house/funk/disco bent. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

pbzweihander Apr 17 @ 9:47 PM EDT

And a Gin Tonic, too. #DevDiscuss

plainprogrammer Apr 17 @ 9:47 PM EDT

Cooking, especially slow smoking meats #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

kviksilver Apr 17 @ 9:47 PM EDT

I like to think that coding is my hobby, surfing is my life, and it just happens that i spend most of my time in my hobby and support my real life with it… :-) #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

yechielk Apr 17 @ 9:49 PM EDT

DOES EATING COUNT???? #DevDiscuss

In reply to @philnash, @ThePracticalDev

philnash Apr 17 @ 9:49 PM EDT

That is a thing of pure beauty. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @plainprogrammer, @ThePracticalDev

lafriedel Apr 17 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Of course - that makes sense :) Awesome. Lucky fish! #devdiscuss

In reply to @pcanella, @ThePracticalDev

MarkJohnson303 Apr 17 @ 9:49 PM EDT

Oh! And board games. Have a group of friends who love getting together to play games often. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

jdsteinbach Apr 17 @ 9:49 PM EDT

I enjoy family time, TV & movies. Working on more non-screen hobbies too: NanoBlocks & Metal Earth models, and some light woodworking #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

kylegalbraith Apr 17 @ 9:50 PM EDT

I'm hungry now. Smoking meat is slowly becoming a hobby of mine as well. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @plainprogrammer, @ThePracticalDev

_ryebell Apr 17 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. 🙏 #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

cdrrazan Apr 17 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Movies about whatever genre but mostly Computer/Hacking and then walk in the park in the evening time ! #DevDiscuss

ThePracticalDev Apr 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT

👋👋👋 Time for the #DevDiscuss Twitter chat. Tonight's topic, as chosen by the community is: Relaxing non-code hobbies. So let's hear 'em. What do you do to unwind and take your mind away from code? Always use the #DevDiscuss tag, even in quotes and replies. 👩‍💻👨‍💻

CausticDave Apr 17 @ 9:50 PM EDT

Chess!!!! #DevDiscuss

Bjorning16 Apr 17 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Music, gaming (board and video), and reading novels. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

philnash Apr 17 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Eating counts! 🎉 #DevDiscuss

In reply to @yechielk, @ThePracticalDev

strawberry_az Apr 17 @ 9:51 PM EDT

Indoor gardening, which leads to outdoor gardening. Must have a reason to get up every hour! #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

MarkJohnson303 Apr 17 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Welcome! Checked out your website and I really love your installation work! #DevDiscuss

In reply to @lafriedel, @ThePracticalDev, @jmdembe

bruno_dsm Apr 17 @ 9:52 PM EDT

Swimming and going to coffee shops! <3 #DevDiscuss

ThePracticalDev Apr 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT

👋👋👋 Time for the #DevDiscuss Twitter chat. Tonight's topic, as chosen by the community is: Relaxing non-code hobbies. So let's hear 'em. What do you do to unwind and take your mind away from code? Always use the #DevDiscuss tag, even in quotes and replies. 👩‍💻👨‍💻

iam_ikhan Apr 17 @ 9:52 PM EDT

hit the gym, sometimes cooking would do #DevDiscuss :)

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

ThePracticalDev Apr 17 @ 9:53 PM EDT

In the last few minutes of #DevDiscuss, anybody have any news to share, like a project or a personal win, or any other announcement?

lafriedel Apr 17 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Another one I just thought of: Camping. We don't do it as much as we want though. We really like cooking during the trips. My goal is to bake a cake inside a Dutch oven over a campfire 🔥 #devdiscuss

gdarruda Apr 17 @ 9:53 PM EDT

I love reading, but taking pics is a break from the daily logical thinking…it’s relaxing for the mind the idea of just saving scenes that pleases you for no logical reason. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

diogomqbm_ Apr 17 @ 9:53 PM EDT

Just realized I don’t have a relaxing non-code hobby, really like to think and write about things that happens to be in my mind. Maybe hanging out with friends and coworkers or walking through the neighborhood during the sunset, that’s really relaxing. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

EstebanGW Apr 17 @ 9:54 PM EDT

#DevDiscuss when I need to get out for a while to the problem I use to go go the terrace and stare at the horizon that brings me peace.

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

TheOriginalBPC Apr 17 @ 9:54 PM EDT

I found out a few minutes ago I'm moving onto Phase Two of #GrowWithGoogle #GoogleUdacityScholars front-end web developer nanodegree program. #devdiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

nickytonline Apr 17 @ 9:54 PM EDT

And sometimes just heading out for drinks with friends or colleagues does the trick. It's sociable and fun. Mix it with a fun outing like laser tag or bowling and boom! The fun relaxing combo. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

lafriedel Apr 17 @ 9:55 PM EDT

Thanks so much! Installation art/event decor/painting is my current gig right now, but gonna be making coding/web development more prominent in the coming months. :) #devdiscuss

In reply to @MarkJohnson303, @ThePracticalDev, @jmdembe

hashtagdad817 Apr 17 @ 9:55 PM EDT

I like to do woodworking. Built a screen door last weekend. #devdiscuss

kylegalbraith Apr 17 @ 9:56 PM EDT

I realeased my book + video course on learning AWS! It is available for everyone to start making progress in learning AWS. I want to thank all of the #DevDiscuss community for their support and inspiration, use promo code learnbydoing to get 15% off. https://t.co/10z3dHi2Hp

ASpittel Apr 17 @ 9:58 PM EDT

If you are in the DC area, we started a new Meetup about art and code! Check it out! https://t.co/26eEsPB2nl #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

projectedxyz Apr 17 @ 9:58 PM EDT

Pertinent to #devdiscuss today

projectedxyz Apr 16 @ 3:49 PM EDT

Lesson from yoga today, applied to life: You're capable and (most importantly) worthy of your fullest expression. #MondayMotivation

fernandosavio86 Apr 17 @ 9:58 PM EDT

I am practicing making bread and I have no regrets! 😍 #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

nickytonline Apr 17 @ 9:58 PM EDT

And sometimes it's just Netflix and chill. #DevDiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

cliftonC76 Apr 17 @ 9:59 PM EDT

I play bass and read scripture. #Devdiscuss

In reply to @ThePracticalDev

patrickhammond Apr 17 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Taking both kids to the park to play and/or launch model rockets, hiking, cooking, trying new foods and drinks, astronomy, and making things (anything). #DevDiscuss

ThePracticalDev Apr 17 @ 9:04 PM EDT

👋👋👋 Time for the #DevDiscuss Twitter chat. Tonight's topic, as chosen by the community is: Relaxing non-code hobbies. So let's hear 'em. What do you do to unwind and take your mind away from code? Always use the #DevDiscuss tag, even in quotes and replies. 👩‍💻👨‍💻

iamkvnpl Apr 17 @ 9:59 PM EDT

Playing the bass. #DevDiscuss 😐