Why it worked
The video uses a relatable meme format that contrasts two different personas, which is highly shareable and engaging. The humor comes from the exaggerated difference between the calm, studious math persona and the more aggressive, 'hustler' programming persona, resonating with many in the tech community.
Summary
The video humorously contrasts the creator's demeanor in mathematics versus programming. In mathematics, the creator is depicted as a calm, cute kitten with headphones, while in programming, they are shown as a more aggressive, energetic persona, often with money or drinks, suggesting a different, more intense mindset for coding.