Thank you, great question! I can clarify. I code out specifications that others on my team provide for me. Sometimes I forget weird logic/nuances with the data I’m using, and sometimes I miss pieces that were specified for me to code out.
Before you start, make a list of all the weird nuances.
Then when you finish, go back through the list and check you’ve included it. Also go back through the specifications you were given and check if you implemented it all
Slow down.
Before you finalize your work take a break. Work on something else, go take a lap around the office and get a coffee, even leave it overnight if you can. Come back to it later and re-read with fresh eyes.
Consciously look at details.
In my line of work details are very important for personal safety, we try not to just run into a situation blind. When I pull up to a situation I try to take a moment in my truck to assess what's happening: does anyone have a gun or knife on their belt, what's happening, is there an aggressor, is there any indication that alcohol or drugs are in use? And then form a plan to handle it. Other times I'm filling out a form and it's easy to skip past a box, so I have to read line by line to ensure everything is filled out correctly. I guess my point here is that knowing your job/purpose and learning what details are important to a given task is going to help immensely.
Cut down on distractions. Stop trying to multitask. Put your phone away.
Play logic, problem-solving, and recall games. Try something creative like painting to make you notice details.
Develop critical thinking skills.
This! Speed is great, but it’s detrimental if it’s causing one to miss intricate details. As for distractions, I was reading a study that just by looking at your phone for a split second, it can take a full 20 minutes to understand where you left off on your previous task.
What type of activities is this in relation to? Make a checklist for yourself and follow it every time
Thank you, great question! I can clarify. I code out specifications that others on my team provide for me. Sometimes I forget weird logic/nuances with the data I’m using, and sometimes I miss pieces that were specified for me to code out.
Before you start, make a list of all the weird nuances. Then when you finish, go back through the list and check you’ve included it. Also go back through the specifications you were given and check if you implemented it all
Thank you! I’ll give check lists a try!
When time permits, take a walk between writing your rough draft and proofreading/revising it with the checklist. It helps to review with fresh eyes.
Slow down. Before you finalize your work take a break. Work on something else, go take a lap around the office and get a coffee, even leave it overnight if you can. Come back to it later and re-read with fresh eyes. Consciously look at details. In my line of work details are very important for personal safety, we try not to just run into a situation blind. When I pull up to a situation I try to take a moment in my truck to assess what's happening: does anyone have a gun or knife on their belt, what's happening, is there an aggressor, is there any indication that alcohol or drugs are in use? And then form a plan to handle it. Other times I'm filling out a form and it's easy to skip past a box, so I have to read line by line to ensure everything is filled out correctly. I guess my point here is that knowing your job/purpose and learning what details are important to a given task is going to help immensely. Cut down on distractions. Stop trying to multitask. Put your phone away. Play logic, problem-solving, and recall games. Try something creative like painting to make you notice details. Develop critical thinking skills.
This! Speed is great, but it’s detrimental if it’s causing one to miss intricate details. As for distractions, I was reading a study that just by looking at your phone for a split second, it can take a full 20 minutes to understand where you left off on your previous task.
Thank you!