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AI-Assisted Coding

Use AI tools to write, debug, and refactor code effectively. Progress from single-function generation to full-feature implementation with AI assistance.

What You'll Learn at Each Tier

Tier 1 -- Script

Write effective single-turn prompts and generate working code for isolated functions. Understand basic AI tool capabilities and limitations.

Tier 2 -- Feature

Apply AI tools across multi-file features. Manage context windows, iterate on outputs, and integrate AI-generated code into existing codebases.

Tier 3 -- Module

Orchestrate AI across full feature implementations including data layer, API, and tests. Design effective prompt chains and evaluation criteria.

Tier 4 -- Application

Architect AI-integrated applications with auth, billing, and deployment. Manage AI costs, implement caching strategies, and design fallback patterns.

Tier 5 -- System

Design multi-service AI architectures. Coordinate AI across monorepos, implement cross-service AI workflows, and build organization-scale AI strategies.

Sample Challenge

Tier 2 Challenge Preview

Challenge Workspace

Using AI assistance, implement a function that validates and normalizes US phone numbers. Handle formats: (555) 123-4567, 555-123-4567, 5551234567, +1-555-123-4567. Return E.164 format or throw a descriptive error.

Evaluation Criteria

  • - Correctness of validation logic
  • - Edge case handling
  • - Error message quality
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