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Coding by hand will spare you the big AI token costs. Just saying...

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Brian Mweu (@mwengi_brian) on X

I've been building this website for a couple of months now, and I've discovered that consistency and discipline are key to achieving anything.

What did I learn?
1. Initially, I relied entirely on AI for everything. However, I found that after completing a certain component of the website, that part would either crash or not work as expected.
2. I realized I needed to find another approach. What did I choose? I decided to write some of the code myself, of course, with the help of documentation, Stack Overflow, and other resources.
3. I concluded that AI cannot always provide perfect code. Even if it looks good, it may not function as well as you might think.

The NOW approach:
- I struggle a bit with searching for and writing code on my own. This means I often turn to Google, Stack Overflow, and documentation for help.
- Once I've attempted to troubleshoot on my own, I then ask AI for assistance.

What have I discovered?
Learning is an essential skill, and I have become more knowledgeable in web development without losing my skills.

This is a valuable lesson for everyone. We must be cautious about becoming overly reliant on AI tools.

Dependence on these tools can lead to a decline in critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving abilities.

It's important to struggle first and then let AI come to the rescue.



What is your approach? Comment below.