DeepSeek Tries, Opus Finishes: A Practical AI Coding Model Workflow
gandamu_ml · x · 2026-08-06
A developer shared their effective AI coding workflow using a model combination strategy: initially pushing DeepSeek v4 Flash to try tasks even if it's known to struggle with them. When DeepSeek gives up or fails, Claude Opus 5 takes over to finish the job.
The developer noted that Opus effectively picks up the slack without getting derailed or making excuses. This relay approach of using a cheaper model for initial attempts followed by a high-capability model for completion proves highly practical.
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