I built 128 things with AI. 127 are dead. So I started shipping into real OSS instead.

The author shares a journey of creating 128 AI-generated projects over four months, only to find most of them were poorly distributed and quickly became obsolete. Realizing the importance of integrating with established communities, the creator began contributing to real open-source tools like Hoppscotch, Jan, and Betterlytics. This shift highlights the significance of community-driven development and the need for practical, user-friendly tools in the tech world. By focusing on enhancing existing projects, the creator aims to make a more meaningful impact.