I tried coding with AI, I became lazy and stupid
By Thomasorus
Category: Technology › AI
Tags: Skills
What happens when AI writes your code? I tried coding with AI on the image processing part of my CMS, and it produced 200 lines that seemed magical. Then I found directory traversal, file overwrite and other security holes. I admit I became lazy and dependent, and I explain AI assisted coding risks and LLM pitfalls.
Rolly's Take
This blog resonates with the introspective developer, someone who straddles the line between innovation and the haunting specter of obsolescence. Here, the allure of AI's promise meets the stark reality of its pitfalls, inviting readers to reflect on the delicate balance between convenience and competence. It speaks to those who have felt the weight of a career built on constant learning, whose passion for coding is now shadowed by the fear of becoming obsolete. In sharing a personal journey filled with both triumph and caution, it opens a dialogue about what it truly means to evolve in a rapidly changing landscape, urging readers to question not just the tools they use, but the very essence of their craft.