Common Issues
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I Can't Add a New Feature Without Breaking Something
You want to add a new feature to your AI-built app, but every time you prompt the AI to add something, it breaks existing functionality. You're stuck in a loop where fixing one thing breaks another.
Common Causes
- The codebase has accumulated too many AI-generated patches on top of patches
- No separation of concerns — everything is intertwined
- The AI doesn't understand the full context of the existing codebase
- No tests, so there's no way to know if a change breaks something
- The architecture wasn't designed to be extended
How to Fix It
- Stop trying to add the feature via prompting if it keeps breaking things
- Describe the feature you want and what keeps breaking to a developer
- The developer can refactor the affected area first, then add the feature properly
- Consider whether the app needs some architectural cleanup before adding more features
- A code review can identify the most fragile areas and suggest how to stabilize them
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Get HelpFrequently Asked Questions
Is my AI-generated codebase salvageable?
Almost always yes. A developer can refactor the messy parts, add proper structure, and make the codebase easier to extend. It's almost always cheaper than starting over.
Should I start over from scratch?
Rarely. Refactoring specific parts is usually faster and cheaper. A developer can tell you whether a rewrite makes sense after reviewing the code.