6 Months of Vibe Coding: I Thought I Was Getting Dumber

· · Jan. 29, 2026, 12:41 p.m.
Summary
The author reflects on their experience of using AI tools for coding over the past six months, initially feeling that they were losing coding skills but later finding a new perspective on their development journey. They document this evolution in their understanding of coding and the role of AI in their work.
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