Save Big on Coursera Plus. 7,000+ courses at $160 off. Limited Time Only! Grab it Explore the intersection of programming and psychoactive substance use in this 39-minute conference talk from Papers We Love Conf 2022. Delve into research on the prevalence, perception, and usage motivations for cannabis in software development, presented by Madeline Endres from the University of Michigan. Examine how substances that alter cognition and perception can potentially impact programming tasks, both positively and negatively. Gain insights into individual substance use motivations, social and cultural implications, and the effects of organizational policies on software development at all levels. Discover the historical and current landscape of psychoactive substance use in the software industry, and understand its wide-ranging implications for programmers and organizations alike.