Golden rule: Automate the plumbing, not the thinking
dSebastien · x · 2026-08-21
The author proposes a golden rule for using AI and building systems: automate the tedious plumbing and underlying workflows, but do not automate the thinking process. Users should retain control over thinking and decision-making while tools handle execution and organization.
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