The Best AI Workflows Keep Friction Exactly Where Mistakes Matter
alifcoder · x · 2026-10-03
A take on AI workflow design: the best workflow isn't the one with the fewest clicks. It removes friction from routine work but deliberately keeps friction where a mistake would be costly. A fully frictionless workflow sounds efficient, but in practice some pauses exist for a reason — they act as guardrails against errors.
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