Developer argues case for coding without AI assistance

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A software developer has published a blog post making the case for writing code without relying on AI tools. The piece, shared on Hacker News, challenges the growing assumption that AI-assisted coding is universally superior or necessary. The author suggests that coding independently remains a valid and potentially valuable approach to software development. The post sparked discussion among developers on the platform, reflecting ongoing debate about AI's role in programming workflows.

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