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AI thought experiment

A thought experiment compares the efficiency of an AI agent that continuously produces working Python apps versus a Haskell developer who creates a long-lasting library while enjoying leisure time.

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AI thought experiment
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who spends their time more efficiently?

the agentic codemaxxer who runs loops around the clock and is constantly reviewing code and tweaking prompts and plans.md and produces 5 python apps that technically work?

or the haskeller who writes a library that will outlive them while reclining in the sun on a beautiful day?

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