Algorithmic thinking remains core: 95% of LLM workflow is still design
nptacek · x · 2026-08-20
A developer shared insights that about 95% of working with LLMs is essentially algorithm design—defining inputs, constraints, procedures, and output formats. This suggests that algorithmic thinking is not going away, even with AI assistance.
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