This is probably root of the problems with my end game. I often get into a similar setup; I'm able to go fast and then just attempt to outrun everybody. My Utilities are usually lacking the essentials to help avoid trouble later on (I had the Sensor Array attached earlier - but had to keep it disabled for the most part due to energy drain).
I unlocked a locked door - only to find a locked stairway
This is the beginning of my end. I ran into (and away from) some programmers that just lead to running into more enemies; only to find another locked stairway! Noooo!
Shortly after being beat up a bit more (and losing all of my power sources) I decided to use the "go naked" button; then to grab a few essentials that wouldn't slow me down.
It looked promising at first - but the long corridor ended up (from my quick search) a dead end. After turning around the army of bots caught up to me.
I thought I might be able to go around - but ... nope - they cut me off.
I pulled out my Plasma Sword and died before I could take one down with me.