Why generative AI coding tools and agents do not work for me
a year ago
- #code review
- #AI coding tools
- #software development
- The author does not use Generative AI coding tools because they do not make him faster.
- Reviewing AI-generated code takes as much or more time than writing it oneself, making it inefficient.
- The author emphasizes the responsibility of ensuring code quality and understanding, which AI tools cannot guarantee.
- AI-generated code is seen as a black box, and using it without review is considered irresponsible.
- The author values learning new technologies himself rather than relying on AI to write unfamiliar code.
- Open-source contributions are preferred over AI-generated code because they involve human interaction and idea exchange.
- AI coding tools are compared unfavorably to interns, as they do not learn or improve over time.
- The author believes claims of increased productivity with AI tools often involve lowered quality standards or are driven by those selling AI solutions.