Loss of Job Satisfaction Among Engineers Using AI-Native Workflows
Software engineers discuss how AI-assisted coding shifts where they find professional satisfaction, with some reporting that meaningful problem-solving has moved from their paid work to personal side projects. The conversation reflects broader uncertainty about engineering identity and fulfillment as AI automates more implementation work, rather than describing a single buildable product gap.
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