Friday Links: Blindfold chess, careful words, and selfies

· Just Some Code · Sept. 4, 2026, 12:51 p.m.
Summary
This week's Friday Links includes a variety of topics: AI's impact on programming versus traditional chess, a tech shop's anti-AI stance, the importance of clear commit messages, and a challenge to take a selfie a day. Additionally, the author reflects on how AI has transformed the role of coders, emphasizing the need for skills beyond just coding, as mentioned in their manifesto.
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