To hot dog is to do something to a computer which is unlocked and unattended. (Around here, we require that it be nondestructive, nonexternal (i.e. send no emails, edit no databases commit no code), and fast to fix.
We usually just switch the keyboard layout to Dvorak, and invert the screen (ctrl-option-command-8). It's simple, fast, and noticeable.
The purpose is to train in data safety- if you leave your computer unattended, anyone who wants to can look into your files. General etiquette strongly prescribes against looking other people's computers, but it's best to not leave things to chance when there is sensitive data involved- especially if you are not working surrounded by teammates who are all privy to the same set of secrets.
The purpose is to train in data safety- if you leave your computer unattended, anyone who wants to can look into your files. General etiquette strongly prescribes against looking other people's computers, but it's best to not leave things to chance when there is sensitive data involved- especially if you are not working surrounded by teammates who are all privy to the same set of secrets.