Most side projects fizzle out before they start. But this one combined a favorite hobby with the chance to build something with a friend.

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A developer shares their experience building a cycling route website for their local community, emphasizing how AI tools can reduce the mental overhead of side projects. The project used Astro framework with React and TypeScript, focusing on simple planning with Notion instead of heavy project management tools. The key insight is that AI can handle routine coding tasks, allowing developers to focus on creative aspects and maintain momentum without burnout.

Side Projects Don’t Need to Be a Grind – Let AI Do the Heavy Lifting

<p>I’ve reached a point where I’m coding my side projects by hand, simply because I love the craft. My stuff is mostly without a hard deadline and is a relatively large undertaking so I’m just using it to chill and keep my coding skills up to par, while heavily relying on AI on the job where speed and iteration is currently the goal.</p>


<p>I use ai to make stupid things to amuse my kids. Works ok.</p>
