AI Can Help Draft RFCs But Shouldn't Make the Call
bibryam · x · 2026-07-15
The author argues that while AI can assist in drafting RFCs, it shouldn't make architectural decisions for humans.
Tasks suited for LLMs include:
- Summarizing trade-offs
- Uncovering missed risks
- Comparing multiple options
- Drafting alternatives
- Finding edge cases and extreme scenarios
Humans should be responsible for:
- Prioritization
- Assessing constraints
- Final decision-making
- Writing ADRs
- Driving execution and release
The post also links to a decision-making flow, reiterating that while AI assists, ultimate responsibility lies with humans.
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