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Evolving my ergonomic setup (or, my laptop with extra steps)

Monday, December 2, 2024 My computer setup attracts attention when I'm out and about. This has two effects: engineers1 ask me about it, and everyone else ignores me.

It was motivated by this realization that I was going to visit the Recurse Center, a programming nerd enclave in NYC, and could not take my laptop with me since I had no portable way to use it without injury. I need to reattach the hinges and make sure the screws go in exactly straight, since right now they touch when fully folded and it means the halves spring apart a bit. There were times I needed to lie that way to get my heart rate back to normal, or just to avoid any physical exertion, and being able to use a computer was great!

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