
I Have RSI and Can't Type All Day — Here's How Voice Dictation Changed Everything
If you're a developer dealing with RSI (Repetitive Strain Injury), you know the pain — literally. Hours of typing leads to wrist pain, forearm tension, and sometimes numbness that makes you question your career choice. I've been there. After years of coding 8+ hours a day, my wrists started screaming. I tried ergonomic keyboards, vertical mice, standing desks — they helped, but didn't solve the root problem: too much typing. The Voice Dictation Solution Six months ago, I started using voice dictation seriously, and it's been transformative. Here's my setup: For General Writing & Communication Typeless has been my go-to for voice typing. It works right in the browser, supports multiple languages, and the accuracy is surprisingly good. I use it for: Writing emails and Slack messages Drafting documentation Writing blog posts (like this one!) Taking meeting notes For Coding Voice coding is trickier, but tools like Talon and Cursorless make it possible. I use voice for: Writing comments and
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