commandline: How my dev machine built 1,111 word-processing features and forgot to add a ruler

· Sujith Quintelier · July 9, 2026, 6:53 a.m.
Summary
This blog post describes an experiment using an AI loop to create an online collaborative word processor, detailing the unexpected outcomes where many features were generated, yet essential functionalities like a ruler were overlooked. The reflection on this process provides insights into AI capabilities and limitations in software development.
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