Why do developers have an almost religious attachment to their headphones? From Lo-Fi beats to heavy metal, from synthwave to classical, music isn’t just background noise—it’s a crucial part of the coding experience. But does blasting Master of Puppets make you a master of commits? Can Lo-Fi Beats help you debug that production issue faster?

This talk will explore the science behind music and coding—how different genres impact focus, creativity, and stress levels. We’ll break down the great "Silence vs. Soundtrack" question, dive into the psychology and neuroscience behind why music helps (or hinders) focus, creativity, and problem-solving in coding. We’ll explore the great “Silence vs. Soundtrack” debate, the rise of AI-generated music for deep work, and whether blasting Doom Eternal soundtracks speeds up debugging. Expect a mix of humor, real-world anecdotes, and maybe even a few surprise musical experiments.

Whether you’re a “headphones-on, world-off” coder or a silence purist, you’ll walk away with a fresh perspective—and maybe a new playlist to test at your next coding session. Because in the end, every developer is a DJ of their productivity.

🚀 Warning: This talk may cause spontaneous playlist sharing among attendees.