Thank you for linking that piece of music, I think I've found what I'll be playing on the night shift tonight.
Your fountain pen reminds me I bought a new notebook a few months back and I had been intending to get a fountain pen or feather quill to use in it. (Dramatic, I know.)
It sounds like you've got an intense path before you my friend, remain steadfast and with conviction on your goals and you will achieve victory. Do allow yourself to take some time for rest though for your mind to recharge and avoid burnout, programming sounds very intensive for the brain and it's imperative to give it a moment to rest as well, just find that amount of rest that feels right for you.
Godspeed, Commander.