SMRTR ProgrammingJun 16, 2025Hacker News

Generative AI coding tools and agents do not work for me

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Generative AI coding tools don't boost productivity for experienced developers, based on a software engineer's experience. While these tools generate code quickly, the time needed to review and understand AI-generated code often surpasses writing it from scratch. The engineer stresses the importance of being fully responsible for one's code, particularly in professional settings. Despite claims of AI enhancing productivity, the author suggests that perceived time savings likely result from insufficient code review, potentially introducing risks.

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