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308: Michael Taylor — Prompt Engineering for Fun & Profit

The Bootstrapped Founder

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Embrace Future: Code as Ephemeral Utility

Emerging technologies are redefining how we interact with data and code, shifting from traditional file structures to application-centric data handling. This evolution is evidenced by the prevalence of AI tools that prioritize immediate utility over long-term code maintenance. The growing trend suggests that, instead of focusing on preserving intricate codebases as valuable assets, professionals may prioritize the functionality and immediate results delivered by AI-generated code. As AI tools advance, expect an increase in the creation of temporary user interfaces and one-time-use code, which will likely diminish the perception of code as a permanent commodity. This could fundamentally alter how value is assigned to code in the development landscape, promoting a focus on quick execution rather than long-term code stewardship.

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