[altotrees]

The one thing to avoid is too much caffeine, or any other stimulant. First thing in the morning, I have found that they make me feel like the most brilliant, innovative writer and developer ever. So I have some more, and a bit more, and a touch more...

Later on in the day, I cannot even understand some of my earlier thoughts, I get shaky and generally burnt out. Watch out for too much of a good thing.

I have also found that sleep, a brisk walk in the afternoons, and exercise after work help tremendously. Taking care of yourself will improve your work life greatly. Sure, you can grow more proficient and versatile sometimes by locking yourself in a room in front of a screen coding, but do it too much and the impact will be more negative than positive. YMMV.