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I saw this on Hacking Hat (an interesting blog written by Steve Knight – an old mate from Uni’ who I haven’t seen in years) and it seemed to ring true somehow (even though I’m not a programmer):
Main Entry: pro·gram·mers blad·der
Pronunciation: \ˈprÅ-ËŒgra-mÉ™rs ˈbla-dÉ™r\
Function: noun phrase
Etymology: Birmingham, Richard Pinchin
Date: circa 19941 : A condition that requires the victim to sit at their terminal for extended periods. The condition denies the victim their normal bodily functions until: that [f***ing] thing compiles, or more caffeine is required.
Hey Mark,
I received a comment on Reddit saying that there’s a known condition called trucker’s bladder. A quick google reveals you can buy a product called BladderBuddy that can help us through those awkward moments. I’ve got my order in!
Steve
Hi Steve – good to hear from you.
Maybe I should add one to my Amazon wish list ;-)
Mark