I don't think AI will make your processes go faster
In a blog post on Hacker News, Frederick Vanbrabant challenges the common belief that AI will speed up software development processes. He points out that while AI can automate certain tasks, it also creates new overheads such as verifying AI-generated code and debugging unexpected behaviors. Vanbrabant emphasizes that the primary bottleneck in many teams is not the speed of writing code but rather the complexity of existing processes, communication gaps, and decision-making delays. He suggests that focusing on improving these human-centric aspects yields more significant gains than adopting AI tools. The post, published on May 17, 2026, draws from the author's experience as a software engineer and consultant, arguing that AI should be seen as a tool for augmenting human work rather than replacing it. Vanbrabant concludes that without addressing underlying process inefficiencies, AI may even slow down development by adding complexity.
Developers should focus on process improvements rather than relying solely on AI for speed gains.