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A software developer has publicly voiced their dissatisfaction with AI-powered coding tools, opting to revert to traditional coding practices. In a Reddit post, user /u/Any-Cockroach-3233 detailed their negative experiences with platforms like Cursor and Windsurf, arguing that the generated code is often excessively complex, even for straightforward tasks. This complexity, they claim, leads to significantly longer debugging sessions and a decrease in overall productivity. The developer further criticized the AI’s debugging capabilities, highlighting instances of ‘hallucinations’ that worsened existing code errors. While acknowledging the potential benefits of AI in coding, the user concluded that current iterations of AI coding assistants are ultimately unproductive and difficult to manage.