I have been using AI coding tools since the first GitHub co-pilot. One thing has not changed: garbage in = garbage out. If you know what you are doing the tool

I have been using AI coding tools since the first GitHub co-pilot. One thing has not changed: garbage in = garbage out. If you know what you are doing the tools can improve output a lot - but while you might get on for a little bit without that experience guiding you, eventually AI will code you into a corner if it's not guided right. I saw mention of kids learning to code with AI and I have to say, that's great, but only if they are just doing it for fun. Anyone who is thinking of a career in generating code for a living should first and foremost focus on understanding the principles. The best way to do that is still writing your own programs by hand.