A week ago my blog post got noticed by developers. I got so many messages and there was a recurring theme. They feel helpless and anxious with the ever growing AI dominance in writing code that might not be perfect but it is almost good enough in many cases. But one question stood out more…
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The AI Detox Movement: Why Engineers Are Taking Back Their Code
In 2025, AI tools transformed coding but led developers to struggle with debugging and understanding their code. This sparked the concept of “AI detox,” a period where developers intentionally stop using AI to regain coding intuition and problem-solving skills. A structured detox can improve comprehension, debugging, and creativity, fostering a healthier relationship with AI.