AI coding on beaches and planes: productivity gains spark work-life balance debate
bendee983 · x · 2026-08-28
The author observes that AI-driven productivity gains have enabled coding in previously non-work environments like buses, beaches, airplanes, and cafes. While acknowledging the real productivity boost, the author questions whether the cost—being sucked into work everywhere—is worth it, arguing it contradicts the original promise of AI helping people enjoy life.
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