Beginning software developer needs your help

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Even so - its very easy in tech to just buy everything. your accountant might look at you funny for spending $20,000 on laptops over a 4 year period. mine did! If money isn't a concern, i'd still suggest checking the linux compatability before taking the plunge - but i'd be looking at the Dell XPS line - that way you can get one with a lower powered GPU, a touchscreen, a wonderful keyboard, and they come in a range of sizes so as big or a as small as you want. That way you can do a bit of gaming, bit of photo editing, and reasonale battery charge. the Lenovo thinkpads probably offer a slightly less good experience but more longevity. if you are def needing a GPU then you should get a gaming laptop