The Future of AI and Development: A Developer's Mindset for Success

In this blog, we will explore the impact of AI on the coding world. Let's dive straight into the discussion. In simple terms, AI has influenced the coding industry, yet, in some ways, it hasn't. Let me explain why.

AI in Coding: A Time-Saver or a Time-Waster?

Recently, I tried using Cursor AI while working on a project. Since the code is sensitive, I can't share specifics, but here’s the short version of my experience. I explained my exact requirements to AI—designing a complete React component with Framer Motion animations. At first, I was excited to see what AI could generate, but to my surprise, it completely missed the mark.

Now, don't get me wrong—AI didn’t generate complete nonsense. It produced a decent amount of code, somewhat close to what I wanted. However, the quality was disappointingly low. After spending hours tweaking and troubleshooting, I realized I had wasted more time than if I had coded it from scratch. The animation was simple: moving icons horizontally and vertically on user scroll. Yet, AI struggled to execute it properly. And this is just the frontend—imagine the challenges in more complex development!

This experience made me rethink AI’s role in coding. It’s powerful, but far from perfect. It can assist, but it still lacks the precision and creativity that a developer brings to the table.

AI Is a Tool, Not a Replacement for Developers

If you're just starting out and learning how to code, let me tell you as someone with experience—AI is not a replacement for a real developer. It cannot match the productivity of a skilled programmer who knows how to code effectively. So, don’t be intimidated by AI. Instead, use it as a tool to enhance your productivity, not as something that dictates how you work.