How To 6 min read Updated February 2, 2026

Voice Dictation for Programmers: When and How to Use It

Programmers type thousands of lines daily. While you probably won't dictate code, voice typing can help with everything else - docs, commits, Slack, and more.

Table of Contents

  1. When to Dictate as a Developer
  2. Documentation
  3. Communication
  4. Commit Messages
  5. RSI Prevention

When to Dictate as a Developer

This section covers important information about when to dictate as a developer. Voice Anywhere makes this process simple and efficient for all Mac users.

Documentation

This section covers important information about documentation. Voice Anywhere makes this process simple and efficient for all Mac users.

Communication

This section covers important information about communication. Voice Anywhere makes this process simple and efficient for all Mac users.

Commit Messages

This section covers important information about commit messages. Voice Anywhere makes this process simple and efficient for all Mac users.

RSI Prevention

This section covers important information about rsi prevention. Voice Anywhere makes this process simple and efficient for all Mac users.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I dictate code?
Generally no. Dictation works best for natural language - documentation, comments, messages. Code is better typed.
What should developers dictate?
README files, code comments, PR descriptions, commit messages, Slack/email responses, documentation.
Does dictation help prevent RSI?
Yes! Alternating between typing code and dictating documentation reduces repetitive strain on your hands.

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