Friday, January 31, 2026
Learnings
- Gemini API integration appears smooth initially but reveals difficulties quickly
- Gemini gets stuck in loops very easily during complex operations
- Gemini instructions require significant customization to be effective
Decisions Made
- GSD (GAS) port to Gemini: Abandoned after hours of unsuccessful attempts
- Gemini tooling: Requires substantial prompt engineering investment before viable
Pattern Candidates
- AI Tool Evaluation Framework: Need structured approach to evaluate AI coding assistants
- Instruction Customization Patterns: Document what makes AI instructions effective
Notes
Initial exploration of Gemini as alternative to Claude Code. Key finding: significant customization overhead makes adoption costly for complex workflows.