The 730-Hour Wake-Up Call: What I'm Building Instead of Scrolling

I realized recently that spending 2 hours a day on Instagram costs me 730 hours a year. As a developer, I know exactly what 730 hours can build.

I started researching the psychology of these algorithms (the infinite scroll, the dopamine loops) and found some terrifying data from Northeastern and JAMA.

I documented my own calculation in my notebook and wrote an article about why I finally deleted the app, and how the algorithm is basically a slot machine.

If you've ever felt trapped by the infinite scroll, this is for you.

Read the full breakdown here: https://www.vinksgoyal.tech/blog/730-hour-wake-up-call