AI Can Solve Math Equations But Wanders Off During 5-Hour Coding Tasks
NYCounihan · x · 2026-08-03
A developer pointed out a jarring inconsistency in current AI models: while capable of tackling unsolved math equations, the models fail to maintain focus during a 5-hour coding session, frequently derailing into useless 'AI slop' side quests. This highlights the ongoing struggle with LLM focus and stability in long-context coding tasks.
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