Creating larger projects with LLM (as a coder)
7 hours ago
- #LLM
- #Software Development
- #Coding Workflow
- LLMs can handle large codebases (10,000+ lines) with a structured workflow.
- Naïve approaches (e.g., dumping entire design docs) lead to chaos and bugs.
- Key workflow steps: Design First, Architecture as a Living Document, Small Iterations, Systematic Review, Frequent Refactoring, Documentation Lockstep, and Committing Often.
- Human drives direction; LLM accelerates execution with proper context.
- Documentation (DESIGN, ARCHITECTURE, CODING-GUIDELINES) is critical for alignment.
- Iterate in working states to avoid broken intermediate stages.
- Treat LLMs as tools, not teammates—they transform text, not reason.
- Codify corrections in guidelines to improve LLM output over time.
- Example workflow: Implement feature → Test → Refactor → Update docs.
- Consistency and discipline beat speed for long-term project viability.