More Addictive Than Doomscrolling: Developers Hooked on AI Coding Agents
DavidBennett__ · x · 2026-08-12
A developer noted that coding with AI agents is even more addictive than doomscrolling on TikTok or Instagram. The 'just one more prompt' mentality easily leads to hours passing by unnoticed. The developer mentioned that many peers are experiencing similar late nights, highlighting how AI coding tools are profoundly altering the psychological state and workflow of developers through immersive flow.
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