Standing Desk Programming Setup - Complete Guide

# Standing Desk Types for Programming

class StandingDeskTypes {
  constructor() {
    this.types = {
      electric: {
        name: 'Electric Standing Desk',
        description: 'Motorized height adjustment',
        features: {
          adjustment: 'Smooth electric motor',
          speed: 'Fast height changes',
          precision: 'Exact height positioning',
          memory: 'Preset height positions',
          noise: 'Quiet operation',
          stability: 'High stability at all heights'
        },
        pros: ['Easy adjustment', 'Preset positions', 'Smooth operation', 'Professional'],
        cons: ['Higher cost', 'Requires power', 'More complex', 'Heavier'],
        priceRange: '$400-2000',
        suitability: 'Professional use, frequent adjustments'
      },
      
      manual: {
        name: 'Manual Standing Desk',
        description: 'Hand-crank or lever adjustment',
        features: {
          adjustment: 'Manual crank or lever',
          speed: 'Slower adjustment',
          precision: 'Good height control',
          memory: 'No preset positions',
          noise: 'Silent operation',
          stability: 'Good stability'
        },
        pros: ['Lower cost', 'No power required', 'Simple mechanism', 'Reliable'],
        cons: ['Slower adjustment', 'No presets', 'More effort required'],
        priceRange: '$200-800',
        suitability: 'Budget-conscious, occasional adjustments'
      },
      
      converter: {
        name: 'Desk Converter/Riser',
        description: 'Adds standing capability to existing desk',
        features: {
          adjustment: 'Manual or electric',
          speed: 'Varies by type',
          precision: 'Good height control',
          memory: 'Some models have presets',
          noise: 'Minimal noise',
          stability: 'Depends on base desk'
        },
        pros: ['Lower cost', 'Uses existing desk', 'Easy installation', 'Portable'],
        cons: ['Limited workspace', 'Less stable', 'Reduced desk space'],
        priceRange: '$100-600',
        suitability: 'Temporary solution, limited budget'
      },
      
      fixed: {
        name: 'Fixed Height Standing Desk',
        description: 'Non-adjustable standing height',
        features: {
          adjustment: 'No adjustment',
          speed: 'N/A',
          precision: 'N/A',
          memory: 'N/A',
          noise: 'Silent',
          stability: 'Maximum stability'
        },
        pros: ['Lowest cost', 'Maximum stability', 'Simple design', 'No maintenance'],
        cons: ['No flexibility', 'One height only', 'Not suitable for all users'],
        priceRange: '$100-400',
        suitability: 'Dedicated standing users, budget option'
      }
    };
  }
  
  evaluateDeskType(deskType, useCase) {
    const evaluation = {
      suitability: this.assessSuitability(deskType, useCase),
      valueRating: this.assessValue(deskType),
      ergonomicScore: this.calculateErgonomicScore(deskType),
      programmingSuitability: this.assessProgrammingSuitability(deskType)
    };
    
    return evaluation;
  }
  
  assessSuitability(deskType, useCase) {
    const suitabilityMatrix = {
      electric: {
        professional: 10,
        home: 8,
        budget: 3,
        frequent: 10,
        occasional: 7
      },
      manual: {
        professional: 7,
        home: 8,
        budget: 8,
        frequent: 6,
        occasional: 9
      },
      converter: {
        professional: 5,
        home: 7,
        budget: 9,
        frequent: 4,
        occasional: 8
      },
      fixed: {
        professional: 6,
        home: 6,
        budget: 10,
        frequent: 3,
        occasional: 7
      }
    };
    
    return suitabilityMatrix[deskType]?.[useCase] || 5;
  }
  
  assessValue(deskType) {
    const valueFactors = {
      electric: {
        cost: 6,
        features: 10,
        durability: 9,
        convenience: 10
      },
      manual: {
        cost: 8,
        features: 7,
        durability: 8,
        convenience: 6
      },
      converter: {
        cost: 9,
        features: 6,
        durability: 6,
        convenience: 7
      },
      fixed: {
        cost: 10,
        features: 4,
        durability: 10,
        convenience: 4
      }
    };
    
    const factors = valueFactors[deskType];
    const totalScore = Object.values(factors).reduce((sum, score) => sum + score, 0);
    const averageScore = totalScore / Object.keys(factors).length;
    
    return {
      score: averageScore,
      rating: averageScore >= 8 ? 'Excellent Value' : 
              averageScore >= 6 ? 'Good Value' : 
              averageScore >= 4 ? 'Fair Value' : 'Poor Value',
      factors: factors
    };
  }
  
  calculateErgonomicScore(deskType) {
    let score = 0;
    
    // Adjustability scoring
    if (deskType === 'electric') score += 30;
    else if (deskType === 'manual') score += 20;
    else if (deskType === 'converter') score += 15;
    else if (deskType === 'fixed') score += 5;
    
    // Stability scoring
    if (deskType === 'fixed') score += 25;
    else if (deskType === 'electric') score += 20;
    else if (deskType === 'manual') score += 18;
    else if (deskType === 'converter') score += 10;
    
    // Workspace scoring
    if (deskType === 'electric' || deskType === 'manual') score += 20;
    else if (deskType === 'fixed') score += 18;
    else if (deskType === 'converter') score += 8;
    
    // Ease of use scoring
    if (deskType === 'electric') score += 25;
    else if (deskType === 'manual') score += 15;
    else if (deskType === 'converter') score += 12;
    else if (deskType === 'fixed') score += 10;
    
    return {
      score: score,
      rating: score >= 80 ? 'Excellent' : 
              score >= 60 ? 'Good' : 
              score >= 40 ? 'Fair' : 'Poor',
      maxScore: 100
    };
  }
  
  assessProgrammingSuitability(deskType) {
    const factors = {
      adjustability: this.getAdjustabilityScore(deskType),
      stability: this.getStabilityScore(deskType),
      workspace: this.getWorkspaceScore(deskType),
      convenience: this.getConvenienceScore(deskType)
    };
    
    const totalScore = Object.values(factors).reduce((sum, score) => sum + score, 0);
    const averageScore = totalScore / Object.keys(factors).length;
    
    return {
      score: averageScore,
      rating: averageScore >= 8 ? 'Excellent for Programming' : 
              averageScore >= 6 ? 'Good for Programming' : 
              averageScore >= 4 ? 'Fair for Programming' : 'Not Recommended',
      factors: factors
    };
  }
  
  getAdjustabilityScore(deskType) {
    const scores = {
      electric: 10,
      manual: 7,
      converter: 6,
      fixed: 2
    };
    return scores[deskType] || 5;
  }
  
  getStabilityScore(deskType) {
    const scores = {
      fixed: 10,
      electric: 8,
      manual: 7,
      converter: 5
    };
    return scores[deskType] || 5;
  }
  
  getWorkspaceScore(deskType) {
    const scores = {
      electric: 9,
      manual: 9,
      fixed: 8,
      converter: 6
    };
    return scores[deskType] || 5;
  }
  
  getConvenienceScore(deskType) {
    const scores = {
      electric: 10,
      manual: 6,
      converter: 7,
      fixed: 8
    };
    return scores[deskType] || 5;
  }
}

class StandingDeskSetup {
  constructor() {
    this.setupGuidelines = {
      height: {
        standing: 'Elbow height when standing',
        sitting: 'Elbow height when sitting',
        range: '22-48 inches (56-122 cm)',
        measurement: 'Measure from floor to elbow'
      },
      
      monitor: {
        position: 'Top of screen at eye level',
        distance: '20-26 inches from eyes',
        angle: 'Slight downward angle',
        height: 'Adjustable monitor arm recommended'
      },
      
      keyboard: {
        position: 'Elbow height',
        angle: 'Slight downward angle',
        distance: 'Comfortable reach',
        support: 'Wrist rest recommended'
      },
      
      mouse: {
        position: 'Same level as keyboard',
        distance: 'Close to keyboard',
        support: 'Mouse pad with wrist support',
        movement: 'Minimal arm movement'
      }
    };
  }
  
  calculateOptimalHeights(userHeight, preferences) {
    const heights = {
      standing: {
        desk: this.calculateStandingDeskHeight(userHeight),
        monitor: this.calculateStandingMonitorHeight(userHeight),
        keyboard: this.calculateStandingKeyboardHeight(userHeight)
      },
      
      sitting: {
        desk: this.calculateSittingDeskHeight(userHeight),
        monitor: this.calculateSittingMonitorHeight(userHeight),
        keyboard: this.calculateSittingKeyboardHeight(userHeight)
      }
    };
    
    return heights;
  }
  
  calculateStandingDeskHeight(userHeight) {
    // Standard calculation: user height * 0.46
    return Math.round(userHeight * 0.46);
  }
  
  calculateSittingDeskHeight(userHeight) {
    // Standard calculation: user height * 0.25 + 17
    return Math.round(userHeight * 0.25 + 17);
  }
  
  calculateStandingMonitorHeight(userHeight) {
    // Monitor should be at eye level when standing
    return Math.round(userHeight * 0.9);
  }
  
  calculateSittingMonitorHeight(userHeight) {
    // Monitor should be at eye level when sitting
    return Math.round(userHeight * 0.4 + 20);
  }
  
  calculateStandingKeyboardHeight(userHeight) {
    // Keyboard at elbow height when standing
    return Math.round(userHeight * 0.46);
  }
  
  calculateSittingKeyboardHeight(userHeight) {
    // Keyboard at elbow height when sitting
    return Math.round(userHeight * 0.25 + 17);
  }
  
  createSetupChecklist() {
    return {
      desk: [
        'Desk height adjustable to both sitting and standing',
        'Stable at all heights',
        'Sufficient workspace for monitors and peripherals',
        'Cable management system',
        'Memory presets for different heights'
      ],
      
      monitor: [
        'Monitor arm for easy height adjustment',
        'Top of screen at eye level when standing',
        'Top of screen at eye level when sitting',
        'Proper viewing distance maintained',
        'No glare or reflections'
      ],
      
      keyboard: [
        'Keyboard tray or adjustable platform',
        'Elbow height when standing',
        'Elbow height when sitting',
        'Comfortable typing angle',
        'Wrist rest for support'
      ],
      
      accessories: [
        'Anti-fatigue mat for standing',
        'Footrest for sitting',
        'Proper lighting',
        'Cable management',
        'Storage for frequently used items'
      ]
    };
  }
}

class StandingDeskHealthBenefits {
  constructor() {
    this.benefits = {
      physical: {
        backPain: 'Reduces lower back pain by 32%',
        neckPain: 'Decreases neck and shoulder pain',
        posture: 'Improves overall posture',
        circulation: 'Enhances blood circulation',
        energy: 'Increases energy levels by 87%',
        calories: 'Burns 50+ calories per hour'
      },
      
      mental: {
        focus: 'Improves focus and concentration',
        alertness: 'Increases alertness and energy',
        productivity: 'Boosts productivity by 46%',
        mood: 'Enhances mood and well-being',
        creativity: 'Stimulates creative thinking'
      },
      
      longTerm: {
        obesity: 'Reduces risk of obesity',
        diabetes: 'Lowers diabetes risk',
        heartDisease: 'Decreases heart disease risk',
        cancer: 'Reduces cancer risk',
        mortality: 'Lowers overall mortality risk'
      }
    };
  }
  
  calculateHealthImpact(standingHours, sittingHours) {
    const totalHours = standingHours + sittingHours;
    const standingPercentage = (standingHours / totalHours) * 100;
    
    const healthScore = this.calculateHealthScore(standingPercentage);
    const recommendations = this.generateRecommendations(standingPercentage);
    
    return {
      standingPercentage: standingPercentage,
      healthScore: healthScore,
      recommendations: recommendations
    };
  }
  
  calculateHealthScore(standingPercentage) {
    let score = 0;
    
    if (standingPercentage >= 50) score = 90;
    else if (standingPercentage >= 30) score = 75;
    else if (standingPercentage >= 20) score = 60;
    else if (standingPercentage >= 10) score = 40;
    else score = 20;
    
    return {
      score: score,
      rating: score >= 80 ? 'Excellent' : 
              score >= 60 ? 'Good' : 
              score >= 40 ? 'Fair' : 'Poor'
    };
  }
  
  generateRecommendations(standingPercentage) {
    const recommendations = [];
    
    if (standingPercentage < 20) {
      recommendations.push('Increase standing time to at least 2-3 hours per day');
      recommendations.push('Set reminders to stand every 30 minutes');
      recommendations.push('Consider a standing desk converter');
    } else if (standingPercentage < 40) {
      recommendations.push('Gradually increase standing time to 4-6 hours per day');
      recommendations.push('Use a timer to alternate between sitting and standing');
      recommendations.push('Consider an electric standing desk for easier transitions');
    } else if (standingPercentage < 60) {
      recommendations.push('Maintain current standing time');
      recommendations.push('Focus on proper posture and ergonomics');
      recommendations.push('Use anti-fatigue mat for comfort');
    } else {
      recommendations.push('Excellent standing time!');
      recommendations.push('Continue current routine');
      recommendations.push('Monitor for any discomfort or fatigue');
    }
    
    return recommendations;
  }
}