Monitor Setup for Coding - Complete Guide

# Monitor Specifications for Programming

class MonitorSpecifications {
  constructor() {
    this.specifications = {
      size: {
        name: 'Screen Size',
        importance: 'High',
        recommendations: {
          single: '24-27 inches',
          dual: '24-27 inches each',
          ultrawide: '34-38 inches',
          large: '32+ inches'
        },
        considerations: ['Desk space', 'Viewing distance', 'Resolution scaling']
      },
      
      resolution: {
        name: 'Resolution',
        importance: 'Critical',
        options: {
          '1920x1080': {
            name: 'Full HD (1080p)',
            ppi: '92-110',
            suitability: 'Basic coding, budget option',
            pros: ['Affordable', 'Good performance', 'Wide compatibility'],
            cons: ['Limited screen space', 'Lower text clarity']
          },
          '2560x1440': {
            name: 'QHD (1440p)',
            ppi: '109-122',
            suitability: 'Excellent for coding',
            pros: ['Great text clarity', 'Good screen space', 'Balanced performance'],
            cons: ['Higher cost', 'Requires more GPU power']
          },
          '3840x2160': {
            name: '4K UHD',
            ppi: '140-163',
            suitability: 'Premium coding experience',
            pros: ['Excellent clarity', 'Massive screen space', 'Future-proof'],
            cons: ['High cost', 'Requires powerful GPU', 'Scaling issues']
          },
          '5120x1440': {
            name: 'Ultrawide QHD',
            ppi: '109',
            suitability: 'Productivity-focused coding',
            pros: ['Wide workspace', 'No bezels', 'Immersive experience'],
            cons: ['Very expensive', 'Limited compatibility', 'Large desk space']
          }
        }
      },
      
      panelType: {
        name: 'Panel Type',
        importance: 'High',
        options: {
          'IPS': {
            name: 'IPS (In-Plane Switching)',
            pros: ['Excellent color accuracy', 'Wide viewing angles', 'Good for design work'],
            cons: ['Higher cost', 'Slower response time', 'Backlight bleed'],
            suitability: 'Color-critical work, design, general coding'
          },
          'VA': {
            name: 'VA (Vertical Alignment)',
            pros: ['High contrast ratio', 'Good color accuracy', 'Better blacks'],
            cons: ['Slower response time', 'Viewing angle issues', 'Limited availability'],
            suitability: 'Mixed use, media consumption'
          },
          'TN': {
            name: 'TN (Twisted Nematic)',
            pros: ['Fast response time', 'Low cost', 'High refresh rates'],
            cons: ['Poor viewing angles', 'Limited color accuracy', 'Poor color reproduction'],
            suitability: 'Gaming, budget option'
          }
        }
      },
      
      refreshRate: {
        name: 'Refresh Rate',
        importance: 'Medium',
        options: {
          '60Hz': {
            name: '60Hz',
            suitability: 'Standard coding',
            pros: ['Standard', 'Compatible', 'Affordable'],
            cons: ['Basic smoothness', 'Limited for gaming']
          },
          '75Hz': {
            name: '75Hz',
            suitability: 'Slightly smoother coding',
            pros: ['Slightly smoother', 'Better than 60Hz', 'Reasonable cost'],
            cons: ['Limited improvement', 'Not standard']
          },
          '120Hz': {
            name: '120Hz',
            suitability: 'Smooth coding and gaming',
            pros: ['Very smooth', 'Good for gaming', 'Better responsiveness'],
            cons: ['Higher cost', 'Requires more GPU power']
          },
          '144Hz': {
            name: '144Hz',
            suitability: 'Gaming-focused coding',
            pros: ['Extremely smooth', 'Gaming advantage', 'High responsiveness'],
            cons: ['High cost', 'High GPU requirements', 'Overkill for coding']
          }
        }
      },
      
      connectivity: {
        name: 'Connectivity',
        importance: 'High',
        ports: {
          'HDMI': {
            name: 'HDMI',
            versions: ['1.4', '2.0', '2.1'],
            suitability: 'General use, gaming',
            pros: ['Universal compatibility', 'Audio support', 'Wide availability'],
            cons: ['Limited bandwidth', 'No daisy chaining']
          },
          'DisplayPort': {
            name: 'DisplayPort',
            versions: ['1.2', '1.4', '2.0'],
            suitability: 'Professional use, multi-monitor',
            pros: ['High bandwidth', 'Daisy chaining', 'Better for high resolution'],
            cons: ['Less common', 'Limited audio support']
          },
          'USB-C': {
            name: 'USB-C',
            suitability: 'Modern laptops, single cable',
            pros: ['Single cable solution', 'Power delivery', 'Data transfer'],
            cons: ['Limited availability', 'Higher cost', 'Compatibility issues']
          },
          'DVI': {
            name: 'DVI',
            suitability: 'Legacy systems',
            pros: ['Digital signal', 'Good quality', 'Legacy support'],
            cons: ['Obsolete', 'Limited bandwidth', 'No audio']
          },
          'VGA': {
            name: 'VGA',
            suitability: 'Very old systems',
            pros: ['Universal compatibility', 'Legacy support'],
            cons: ['Analog signal', 'Poor quality', 'Obsolete']
          }
        }
      }
    };
  }
  
  evaluateMonitor(monitor) {
    const evaluation = {
      codingSuitability: this.assessCodingSuitability(monitor),
      ergonomicScore: this.calculateErgonomicScore(monitor),
      valueRating: this.assessValue(monitor),
      featureScore: this.calculateFeatureScore(monitor)
    };
    
    return evaluation;
  }
  
  assessCodingSuitability(monitor) {
    let score = 0;
    const maxScore = 100;
    
    // Resolution scoring (40 points)
    const resolutionScores = {
      '1920x1080': 20,
      '2560x1440': 35,
      '3840x2160': 40,
      '5120x1440': 30
    };
    score += resolutionScores[monitor.resolution] || 15;
    
    // Size scoring (25 points)
    const sizeScores = {
      '24': 20,
      '27': 25,
      '32': 20,
      '34': 22,
      '38': 18
    };
    score += sizeScores[monitor.size] || 15;
    
    // Panel type scoring (20 points)
    const panelScores = {
      'IPS': 20,
      'VA': 15,
      'TN': 10
    };
    score += panelScores[monitor.panelType] || 10;
    
    // Connectivity scoring (15 points)
    let connectivityScore = 0;
    if (monitor.ports.includes('DisplayPort')) connectivityScore += 8;
    if (monitor.ports.includes('HDMI')) connectivityScore += 5;
    if (monitor.ports.includes('USB-C')) connectivityScore += 7;
    score += Math.min(connectivityScore, 15);
    
    return {
      score: score,
      percentage: (score / maxScore) * 100,
      rating: score >= 80 ? 'Excellent for Coding' : 
              score >= 60 ? 'Good for Coding' : 
              score >= 40 ? 'Fair for Coding' : 'Not Recommended'
    };
  }
  
  calculateErgonomicScore(monitor) {
    let score = 0;
    
    // Adjustability features
    if (monitor.heightAdjustable) score += 25;
    if (monitor.tiltAdjustable) score += 15;
    if (monitor.swivelAdjustable) score += 15;
    if (monitor.pivotAdjustable) score += 10;
    if (monitor.vesaMount) score += 20;
    
    // Eye comfort features
    if (monitor.blueLightFilter) score += 10;
    if (monitor.flickerFree) score += 10;
    if (monitor.lowBlueLight) score += 15;
    
    return {
      score: score,
      rating: score >= 80 ? 'Excellent' : 
              score >= 60 ? 'Good' : 
              score >= 40 ? 'Fair' : 'Poor',
      maxScore: 120
    };
  }
  
  assessValue(monitor) {
    const pricePerInch = monitor.price / monitor.size;
    const featuresPerDollar = this.calculateFeatureScore(monitor) / monitor.price;
    
    return {
      pricePerInch: pricePerInch,
      featuresPerDollar: featuresPerDollar,
      valueRating: this.calculateValueRating(pricePerInch, featuresPerDollar)
    };
  }
  
  calculateValueRating(pricePerInch, featuresPerDollar) {
    if (pricePerInch < 20 && featuresPerDollar > 0.1) return 'Excellent Value';
    if (pricePerInch < 30 && featuresPerDollar > 0.05) return 'Good Value';
    if (pricePerInch < 50 && featuresPerDollar > 0.02) return 'Fair Value';
    return 'Poor Value';
  }
  
  calculateFeatureScore(monitor) {
    let score = 0;
    
    // Basic features
    if (monitor.heightAdjustable) score += 10;
    if (monitor.tiltAdjustable) score += 5;
    if (monitor.swivelAdjustable) score += 5;
    if (monitor.pivotAdjustable) score += 5;
    if (monitor.vesaMount) score += 10;
    
    // Advanced features
    if (monitor.usbHub) score += 10;
    if (monitor.speakers) score += 5;
    if (monitor.webcam) score += 10;
    if (monitor.microphone) score += 5;
    
    // Eye comfort
    if (monitor.blueLightFilter) score += 10;
    if (monitor.flickerFree) score += 10;
    if (monitor.lowBlueLight) score += 15;
    
    // Color accuracy
    if (monitor.colorGamut >= 99) score += 15;
    else if (monitor.colorGamut >= 95) score += 10;
    else if (monitor.colorGamut >= 90) score += 5;
    
    return score;
  }
}

class MultiMonitorSetup {
  constructor() {
    this.setups = {
      single: {
        name: 'Single Monitor',
        description: 'One primary monitor',
        pros: ['Simple setup', 'Low cost', 'Minimal desk space'],
        cons: ['Limited screen space', 'Frequent window switching'],
        suitability: 'Basic coding, limited budget'
      },
      
      dual: {
        name: 'Dual Monitor',
        description: 'Two monitors side by side',
        pros: ['Good screen space', 'Productive workflow', 'Reasonable cost'],
        cons: ['Bezel gap', 'More desk space', 'Cable management'],
        suitability: 'Most coding scenarios, balanced approach'
      },
      
      triple: {
        name: 'Triple Monitor',
        description: 'Three monitors in array',
        pros: ['Excellent screen space', 'Very productive', 'Professional setup'],
        cons: ['High cost', 'Large desk space', 'Complex setup'],
        suitability: 'Professional development, complex projects'
      },
      
      ultrawide: {
        name: 'Ultrawide Monitor',
        description: 'Single ultrawide display',
        pros: ['No bezels', 'Immersive experience', 'Clean setup'],
        cons: ['Very expensive', 'Limited compatibility', 'Large desk space'],
        suitability: 'Productivity-focused, modern setup'
      },
      
      mixed: {
        name: 'Mixed Setup',
        description: 'Combination of different monitor types',
        pros: ['Flexible configuration', 'Optimized for different tasks'],
        cons: ['Complex setup', 'Potential compatibility issues'],
        suitability: 'Advanced users, specific workflows'
      }
    };
  }
  
  recommendSetup(useCase, budget, deskSpace) {
    const recommendations = {
      beginner: {
        setup: 'single',
        monitor: '24-inch 1080p IPS',
        reason: 'Simple, affordable, sufficient for learning'
      },
      
      professional: {
        setup: 'dual',
        monitor: '27-inch 1440p IPS',
        reason: 'Good balance of productivity and cost'
      },
      
      powerUser: {
        setup: 'triple',
        monitor: '24-inch 1440p IPS',
        reason: 'Maximum productivity for complex projects'
      },
      
      modern: {
        setup: 'ultrawide',
        monitor: '34-inch 1440p ultrawide',
        reason: 'Clean, modern, highly productive'
      }
    };
    
    return recommendations[useCase] || recommendations.professional;
  }
  
  calculateProductivityGain(setup) {
    const productivityGains = {
      single: 0,
      dual: 25,
      triple: 40,
      ultrawide: 35,
      mixed: 30
    };
    
    return productivityGains[setup] || 0;
  }
}