Use AI to plan features, generate code, debug issues, and ship faster as a solo developer.
Reduce rework before coding.
Ask AI to restate the feature, assumptions, edge cases, and acceptance criteria.
Know where to change code before writing it.
Map the likely touched files, components, APIs, and data flow.
Keep the code reviewable and testable.
Generate code in chunks, validate each chunk, and avoid giant one-shot edits.
Use AI for diagnosis, not random guessing.
Provide the error, expected behavior, relevant code, and recent changes.
Leave the change understandable for future you.
Generate a short changelog, test checklist, and known limitations before shipping.
Usually no. Smaller, controlled edits are safer and easier to verify.