The Problem With LLMs

Large Language Models (LLMs) present significant ethical dilemmas, functioning essentially as "plagiarism machines" that steal copyrighted work and conceal their sources. While LLMs offer accessibility advantages for non-native speakers and people with disabilities, they create new problems including developer fatigue, psychological attachment issues, and potential addiction to enhanced productivity. The technology permanently changes programming by removing the creative satisfaction many developers find in coding, while raising concerns about corporate lock-in and data gatekeeping as proprietary models become increasingly powerful.