AI coding output up 25% but code duplication jumped 81%, hidden costs emerge
rseroter · x · 2026-09-16
Per The New Stack, AI coding tools boosted output by 25%, but code duplication rose 81%. The extra code isn't free: it may mean more tokens, security exposure, or future human maintenance costs. Fine if the outcome is worth it — but teams should account for AI-driven code bloat.
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