I Let AI Build a Production Feature. Here's What It Cost Me.

We've all been tempted by the speed of AI coding assistants. "Just ship it and fix it later," right? 🤖

I decided to fully embrace what I call "vibe coding"—letting an AI (GPT) build a feature with minimal oversight and maximum optimism.

Spoiler: Production reality hit hard.

In my latest article, I break down the experience and the lessons learned:

🔸 The Scaling Trap: How code that works for 1 user fails for 100.
🔸 Hidden Debt: The cleanup required that wasn't in the initial "prompt."
🔸 The Illusion of Speed: Why moving fast now often means moving much slower later.

This isn't an anti-AI rant. It's a case for using AI responsibly. It's an incredible tool, but it doesn't replace engineering judgment.

I'd love to hear your thoughts:

Have you had a similar experience? How do you integrate AI into your workflow without accruing massive tech debt?

👉 Read the full story and my key takeaways here: I Let AI Build My Feature. Production Taught Me What ‘Vibe Coding’ Really Costs.

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