Alsing reminisces about the underground culture of late-night programming sessions he participated in during his college years. He describes it as a captivating game that drew together a group of young male undergraduates who would often stay up all night, lost in the world of coding. This experience was so intense that it began to feel addictive, consuming their attention and time.
As the obsession grew, the priorities of some programmers shifted dramatically. Relationships suffered, with some friends neglecting their girlfriends and ultimately losing them due to their commitment to programming. Additionally, many students began to miss classes, leading to poor academic performance, and some, including Alsing, faced the consequences of flunking out of school.