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The consequences of task switching in supervisory programming
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Senior developers are exploring their evolving roles as large language models (LLMs) become more integrated into software development. Insights from the Thoughtworks Future of Software Development Retreat are being shared in fragments as the author reflects on client visits and attendance at The Pragmatic Summit.
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- Praise: The cognitive debt framing resonates well, highlighting how AI coding tools can lead to significant understanding gaps in generated code.
- Praise: The observation that junior developers are more open-minded about LLMs suggests a potential for innovation and adaptability in the field.
- Concern: LLMs may struggle with proper code architecture, indicating limitations in their ability to handle complex software systems.
- Concern: The 'black box' problem with AI-generated code raises concerns about long-term maintainability and understanding of the software.