Humans, vampires, and why you aren't Steve Yegge
3 days ago
- #productivity
- #developer well-being
- #AI in coding
- Steve Yegge, co-author of 'Vibe Coding' and creator of Gas Town, is known for his strong opinions and predictions about AI in coding.
- AI coding can be addictive, leading to unhealthy behaviors like sacrificing sleep and personal time, similar to the initial obsession some developers have when they first learn to code.
- Steve and Gene Kim describe AI as a tool that can eliminate tedious coding tasks, reigniting the joy of creating for experienced developers who had lost passion for coding.
- The 'new relationship energy' phase with AI coding can lead to unsustainable work habits, as seen with Steve's intense, sleep-deprived coding sessions.
- AI's impact on productivity raises concerns about who benefits—employers or employees—and the addictive, draining nature of AI tools on developers.
- Steve compares AI to an 'Energy Vampire,' draining developers' energy and creating unrealistic productivity expectations.
- There's a call for balance in AI adoption, with Steve advocating for pushing back against employers who exploit AI for maximum productivity at the expense of employee well-being.
- Steve acknowledges his role in setting unrealistic standards and urges developers to find a sustainable middle ground with AI usage.
- The article concludes with advice to disconnect from AI regularly, emphasizing the importance of maintaining human connections and well-being.