AI Coding Killed My Flow State
Summary
The author observes a decline in personal “flow states” since adopting “vibe coding,” where AI generates most of the code. While “vibe coding” increases output and speed, it replaces deep, immersive work with constant evaluation and context switching. This shift favors skills like rapid articulation and evaluation over sustained internal focus, potentially altering the nature of software development and benefiting those with different strengths. The author reflects on this change, questioning whether the loss of flow is a personal trade-off for efficiency or a broader shift in the industry that may disadvantage those who previously thrived on solitary, deep work.