Using AI Doesn't Make You a Coder
lemire · x · 2026-07-13
The post references an article titled "Chatting with an AI Won’t Make You a Top Programmer." The core argument: just as knowing how to type doesn't make someone a writer, chatting with AI doesn't equate to genuine programming competence.
The cited content adds an workplace observation: an increasing number of developers submit PRs without understanding basic code flows, and code reviews expose their lack of grasp on the actual problem. The article emphasizes that while AI boosts efficiency, it cannot replace fundamental skills and systemic understanding.
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