I recently had someone at work call me a furniture expert. I don’t know if I’m an expert, but I sure am very particular about my work space and with good reason. For someone that spends as much time as I do in front of a computer, I need to take care of myself so that I remain efficient, comfortable, and durable. It starts with the chair. You should never get a cushy chair, this will only promote slouching and will lead to back problems. Get a chair that is firm, put it up as high as it will go, and lock the tilt mechanism. Uncomfortable? Maybe a little, but your back will thank you.

Since I’m a developer, my stress ball mouse and keyboard get the most action at my desk. Don’t EVER get a wireless mouse or keyboard. I have tried almost 20 different models, and every wireless device that I tried had some delay, or simply didn’t register my key strokes. Maybe I just type faster than electrical impulses travel… Get a mouse with a high DPI setting, this will typically be a gaming mouse. However, DON’T get a gaming keyboard. Be sure to get a smooth, cute EXPENSIVE mouse pad as well. To top it off, get a wrist rest (with beads) for your mouse wrist, and use an ergonomic keyboard that will keep your wrists straight with your forearms.