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It's still OK to enjoy programming
Programming for the pure joy of learning remains a valid pursuit, regardless of AI's economic dominance in the workplace.
What: Chris Kiehl argues that programmers should continue exploring complex or 'pointless' topics like recursion schemes or game development for personal fulfillment, independent of whether AI can complete the task faster.
Why it matters: This is a reaction to the growing 'doom' sentiment in developer communities regarding AI automation, asserting that the value of craft and curiosity exists outside of corporate productivity.
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It's okay to enjoy things without any economic justification.
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