I want to be a Journey Programmer Again

a year ago

The author reflects on their changing approach to programming, noting increased reliance on LLM tools for writing code, including complex parts, which has reduced their engagement in learning new concepts.
They distinguish between 'destination programmers', who focus on the end result and benefit from LLMs, and 'journey programmers', who enjoy the process of learning and problem-solving, a category they used to identify with.
The author expresses concern that using AI tools has made them 'lazy', diminishing their enjoyment of programming and their desire to deeply engage with computational problems.
They acknowledge the value of LLMs for productivity and learning but feel these tools are taking away the deeper satisfaction they once found in programming.
The post concludes with a hope to rediscover the joy in the journey of programming by reducing reliance on LLMs and focusing on more personally meaningful projects.

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