More Addictive Than TikTok: Developers Hooked on AI Coding Agents
DavidBennett__ · x · 2026-08-12
A developer shared a relatable observation: using AI coding agents can be even more addictive than doom-scrolling on TikTok or Instagram.
He noted that the urge to think "just one more prompt" easily makes hours vanish. This isn't an isolated experience—many of his peers report staying up late coding with agents. The strong positive feedback loop is fundamentally changing developers' workflows and immersion.
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