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How to Improve Developer Productivity: 19% Slower with AI? A Data-Driven Guide

How to Improve Developer Productivity: 19% Slower with AI? A Data-Driven Guide

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Improving developer productivity isn’t about tracking lines of code or hours at a desk. It’s about eliminating friction. The reality is that constant context switching is the primary killer of efficiency—a single interruption can cost a developer over 23 minutes of focus, according to a UC Irvine study. The most significant gains come from optimizing workflows, adopting smart tooling, and building a culture that fiercely protects a developer’s most valuable asset: uninterrupted deep work.

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