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Now is the best time to write code by hand
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Increased reliance on large language models (LLMs) for coding may lead to a decline in programming skills among engineers. Writing code by hand is encouraged as a way to maintain and enhance coding abilities amidst the growing use of AI tools.
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- Praise: Developing deep knowledge in a specific domain is crucial for effectively building AI-assisted software, ensuring competence in evaluating its outputs.
- Praise: Practicing coding skills can enhance overall software engineering effectiveness, especially in a landscape increasingly reliant on AI tools.
- Concern: AI usage may lead to cognitive atrophy, diminishing critical thinking and problem-solving skills among developers who rely too heavily on automated tools.
- Concern: The argument that hand-coding skills will become more valuable as fewer developers maintain them suggests a concerning trend towards skill degradation in the industry.