Overview

The creator of Clawd discusses achieving extraordinary productivity with 600 commits in a single day while maintaining code quality. High-volume coding with AI assistance isn’t inherently “slop” - it requires skill development and deliberate practice. Success comes from treating programming like learning a musical instrument or going to the gym.

Key Takeaways

  • Treat coding like skill-building - approach programming like learning a musical instrument where consistent practice leads to exponential improvement in speed and quality
  • High commit volume doesn’t equal poor code quality - efficiency and output can scale dramatically while maintaining professional standards through deliberate practice
  • Active open source contribution signals passion - engineers who experiment publicly demonstrate the curiosity and dedication needed for rapid skill development
  • The learning curve is front-loaded - initial frustration gives way to rapid improvement similar to starting a fitness routine where early difficulty transforms into measurable progress

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