Don't fall into the anti-AI hype
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I love writing software, line by line. It could be said that my career was a continuous effort to create software well written, minimal, where the human touch was the fundamental feature. I also hope for a society where the last are not forgotten.
But, I would not respect myself and my intelligence if my idea of software and society would impair my vision: facts are facts, and AI is going to change programming forever.
Yes, maybe you think that you worked so hard to learn coding, and now machines are doing it for you. But what was the fire inside you, when you coded till night to see your project working? It was building. And now you can build more and better, if you find your way to use AI effectively. The fun is still there, untouched.
Thoughts:
When I sense someone's love and pride in their craft, I stop and listen. antirez's views are beautifully expressed, and they reflect my sentiments exactly. I don't need to add much more.
I began my career at a boutique, and I admittedly had a chip on my shoulder. I dove headfirst into technical skills to prove 'them' wrong, and along the way found joy in the art and elegance of an architecture crafted well.
Now, this work is also being automated away. It's bittersweet, but not unwelcome.