Homo: Hack

While most hacking is chemical or behavioral, a subculture known as "Grinders" takes the term literally by implanting technology under their skin.

The Homo Hack is characterized by several key features: homo hack

If you meant a different “Homo hack” (e.g., a fan work, game mod, or inside joke), let me know and I’ll adjust. While most hacking is chemical or behavioral, a

The practice of taking sub-perceptual amounts of psychedelics to enhance creativity and emotional regulation has moved from the fringes of Burning Man into the mainstream corporate world. 2. Bio-Hacking: Optimizing the Biological Machine Homo hacks in this category focus on longevity

If we can change our moods, our memories, and our capabilities at will, what remains of the "authentic" self? Conclusion

If the brain is the software, the body is the hardware. Homo hacks in this category focus on longevity and peak physical performance.

It sounds like you're referring to a short story by Michael Swanwick (published in Asimov’s Science Fiction , 1993, later collected in Tales of Old Earth ).