16 hours ago
- Author observed Andreas Kling's rapid coding with AI-assisted IDEs like Copilot.
- Initially skeptical of AI, author later adopted Claude and local models for coding tasks.
- Author embarked on a vintage Macintosh programming project, writing code only on original hardware.
- Projects include an IMAP email client, revision control, Wikipedia reader, IRC client, and BBS server.
- Author developed a modern web browser for classic Mac OS with TLS decryption.
- Author feels disillusioned by AI-generated (vibe-coded) projects that overshadow hand-crafted software.
- Despite frustration, author resolves to continue his work and be happy for community if AI tools are useful.