Dev Tools · 2h ago
Developer Reflects on AI Fatigue and Shifting Role
A developer who has used AI heavily since May 2025 now mostly reviews AI-generated code, noting significant improvements. They grapple with guilt over using AI and fear of becoming obsolete, while questioning if the profession is shifting from writing code to asking better questions. The piece reflects on losing the joy of coding and the existential impact of AI on developers.
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This personal essay captures a common sentiment among developers, but the real story is how AI tools are reshaping developer roles—a trend that demands more data and less hand-wringing.
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