David Mytton 4/16/2026

The hard part was never building

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This article discusses the rapid transformation of software development due to AI advancements, arguing that building code is no longer the hardest part. The author, who started Arcjet in 2023, describes how AI agents now write code in hours, compressing the development cycle and shifting bottlenecks to architecture and judgment. Engineers must adapt by directing agents, maintaining context, and prioritizing documentation and testing. The piece highlights a Cambrian explosion of software tools and the increasing importance of domain insight and audience over pure coding ability.

The hard part was never building

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