The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source Try harder. Ultrathink! (Friends)
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Jul 18, 2025 Nick Nisi, a software developer and AI enthusiast, dives into his agentic lifestyle and the quest for productivity with AI tools. He discusses the Windsurf acquisition drama and the impact of coding tools on developer efficiency. The conversation explores a future where coding knowledge wanes and developers might evolve into overseers of AI systems. Nisi shares insights on the nuances of code reviews and the importance of human judgment as automation rises. Tune in for thoughts on navigating these changing dynamics in tech!
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Bug Fixing with AI Assistants
- Nick fixed a bug by having Claude work while he focused on other tasks.
- Within an hour, Claude diagnosed, fixed, and prepared cleanup queries for production.
Organize AI Tasks with Git Worktrees
- Manage multiple agents in separate Git worktrees to work on concurrent tasks.
- Use Markdown plans phase by phase to keep AI tasks organized and track progress.
AI Adoption Curve in Productivity
- AI can seem to slow developers at first due to experimentation and adapting workflows.
- Personalized prompt engineering and use will define future efficiency.