How AI Changed My Software Development Workflow: From Cursor to Claude Code
By
Armin Ronacher
A baker's-dozen of insight crammed into one ring.
Summary
The author describes a personal shift in software development workflow over the past two months, moving from using Cursor to primarily using Claude Code in a largely hands-off manner. While programming speed hasn't dramatically increased, the author feels they've gained 30% more time in their day by letting the AI do the work, allowing them to alternate between giving instructions, reading, and reviewing changes. The article reflects on the transition from fear to optimism about AI, framing the experience as embracing AI rather than resisting it.
Key quotes
· 5 pulledWhere I used to spend most of my time in Cursor, I now mostly use Claude Code, almost entirely hands-off.
Do I program any faster? Not really. But it feels like I've gained 30% more time in my day because the machine is doing the work.
I alternate between giving it instructions, reading a book, and reviewing the changes.
If you would have told me even just six months ago that I'd prefer being an engineering lead to a virtual pair programmer...
From fear to optimism: why I am convinced AI is worth embracing.
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