Explore a range of controversial developer opinions, including unique programming font choices, debates on Rust's DX, AI's role in coding, and the true meaning of 'software engineer'.
Developers discuss the need for conferences focusing on soft skills like communication and teamwork, exploring existing options and the desire for deeper integration into tech events.
Discover how developers are crafting their ultimate AI-assisted coding setups, blending IDEs like Cursor and VSCode with multiple LLMs, and refining workflows for enhanced productivity.
Considering a switch to a Linux laptop as Intel Mac support ends? Explore the current state of hardware compatibility, popular distributions, and the developer experience on Linux.
Exploring whether programmers are truly lagging if they're not using AI for coding. This discussion offers diverse developer viewpoints, practical tips for AI adoption, and concerns about skill preservation.
Can you effectively code on your phone? Developers share their experiences, favorite tools (SSH, Working Copy, Termux), and discuss the types of tasks best suited for mobile development environments.
A developer questions their value when relying on research over rapid, unaided coding. Hacker News discussion confirms this 'synthesizer' approach is common, valuable, and key to robust software.
A developer's quest for browser extension promotion advice uncovers common marketing hurdles, user wariness about extensions, and tips for effective outreach.
A Hacker News discussion explores whether a programming language designed specifically for AI generation could improve code reliability by emphasizing explicitness, and how this interacts with LLM limitations, training data needs, and human usability.
A Hacker News discussion explores why many programmers still prefer 'old-fashioned' coding without LLMs, citing joy, understanding, and learning concerns. Is AI-free coding obsolete or essential?