Grounded AI For Software Developers
Build your workflows deliberately around your strengths and preferences.And get your flow back.
Preorder the book- Will be available on or before January 20, 2027
- Full refund otherwise
In a randomized controlled trial, METR found that experienced developers finished real tasks 19% slower when allowed to use AI tools. Yet they estimated the tools had made them 20% faster.
The "AI-first mindset", which we all were forced to embrace, turned out to be "human in the loop" of endless review of AI-generated slop. We never asked for it.
And yet stopping feels impossible, especially when a colleague excitedly shares his new agent-powered pet project. Which makes you jump to a conclusion that you're not good enough somehow.
There is nothing wrong with you, and AI is not the enemy either.
It can be a great tool, but it needs to be grounded in reality and used to automate the parts of your workflow that you choose to automate.
As a seasoned developer, I've lived through more than one transformation. And as a manager I've coached more than a few developers out of this identity crisis. So believe me when I say: you can get your confidence and joy back too.
What's inside
- What AI is and what it is not.
- An unbiased atlas of AI tools, frameworks and providers.
- A concrete and actionable plan to improve your daily work.
- Everything you need to know about writing high-quality agents yourself.
Who it's for
- This book is for developers who love the art of software development and want to keep enjoying their craft and gain confidence in their AI skills.
Who it's not for
- This book won't help you remove software development, or the developers doing it, from the product lifecycle.
About the author
I've been working in the tech industry for over 18 years. I've built small e-commerce websites and blogs and huge webstores for big brands and publishers. I've built mobile apps and distributed systems, and I'm currently leading a team of 16 developers in one of the largest hospitality companies in the Nordics.
I have written over a hundred passionate tech articles throughout the years, which were read by over 150,000 people on Dev.to alone (and liked by thousands of them).
I've spoken at meetups, facilitated workshops and coached developers from interns to seniors.
But most importantly, I want people to find their footing in AI just like I did mine, stop being afraid of it, and use it deliberately and only when it makes sense.
FAQ
What format is the book?
The book is an ebook for now, available in PDF and epub.
When will it be ready?
The book will be available on or before January 20, 2027.
What's the refund policy?
If the book is not ready by January 20, 2027, you get a full refund automatically. Returns are accepted within 60 days of delivery for a full refund. And you can cancel your preorder for a full refund any time before release date. Refund policy
Is this book anti-AI?
The book is neither pro nor anti AI. I'm a strong believer that high-quality software can only be created by people who have the autonomy to choose how they do it.
Do I need a specific language or AI tool?
You don't need to use a specific AI tool or language, but it would be beneficial if you have access to a GenAI API and are familiar with basic programming concepts.
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- PDF + epub ebook
- Will be available on or before January 20, 2027
- Full refund otherwise
- Returns accepted within 60 days of delivery
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AI disclosure
The book (as well as all my articles) is written by me, in my own words.
The book cover was generated with AI from my draft and I use AI to review my text and point out the mistakes, which I then correct by hand.