The author shares their journey of creating a simple bot named Techno using Python, initially for fun and experimentation.
Techno started with features like $fortune command for random predictions and $timetable command for checking class schedules efficiently.
The bot evolved to manage an Among Us tournament, creating houses and tracking points for participants.
The author also built a Python script for attending online classes automatically, which felt magical and empowering.
Over time, the ease of using AI tools to create functional bots has replaced the excitement of struggling with code and celebrating small victories.
The author reflects on how AI has simplified coding but removed the unique charm and raw experience of creating something from scratch.
The perfection and efficiency introduced by AI have made coding seem less adventurous and emotionally engaging for those who find joy in the process.
The author emphasizes the importance of reclaiming the fun and creativity in coding by prioritizing enjoyment over perfection and competition with AI.
Encouragement is given to incorporate humor and personal touches in coding projects to recapture the joy and sense of ownership in the coding process.
The article concludes by highlighting the essence of coding being about more than just functional outputs; it's about the experience, experimentation, and creative joy it brings.