Feeling sad about AI

Watching an AI tool write in minutes what used to take days can feel overwhelming. Many creators and programmers hit a moment of doubt when they see how fast coding agents work. But technologist Simon Willison recently noted that "there is so much left" for humans to tackle once you move past basic code generation.

Building software has always meant adapting to fresh tools every few years. The real craft has never been about memorizing syntax rules. It is about understanding what people need, designing smart workflows, and knowing which problems are actually worth solving.

If you are learning to create software with AI assistants today, do not be discouraged by the speed of automation. Let the tools handle the repetitive heavy lifting so you can focus on turning your best ideas into working products.