Comment Itâ(TM)s a tool (Score 1) 189
As someone who also learned touch typing (electric vs mechanical typewriters) in 7th grade, I have found it a valuable skill.
It allowed me to interact with the computer in an efficient manner -transferring my thoughts and ideas into code. It improved efficiency tremendously. And, it was a skill I have always valued learning.
My brother? He hunts and pecks. Heâ(TM)s also written two full length novels and screenplays (among a litany of other things). For him, heâ(TM)d type, look up from his keyboard, review what he typed, and then it was heads down again.
Me, I like the instant feedback loop of seeing and processing my work without taking my hands off the keyboard except to move a mouse.