I am uninstalling AI coding assistants from my personal computer

10 months ago

The author has been using AI coding assistants for the past five months while working on a personal project called Roam, a social network for off-road exploration.
Initially, the speed and productivity gains from AI tools like Claude Code were exhilarating, described as 'vibe coding' or like a 'habit-forming drug.'
Over time, the author began feeling discontent, realizing they hadn't written code themselves in weeks, leading to a sense of emptiness.
Coding has always been a form of personal expression and art for the author, representing core values like curiosity and problem-solving.
The author compares their experience to artists who might feel empty when creating with AI tools, emphasizing the need for genuine creation to feel fulfilled.
As a result, the author is uninstalling AI coding assistants from their personal computer, though acknowledging their necessity in professional settings.
Personal projects will continue to be written by hand, maintaining the traditional coding process from 'brain to fingers to compiler.'

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