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AI models modifying weights could make source code irrelevant

The future of programming may involve models modifying each other's weights, potentially rendering traditional source code obsolete. This development could be viewed as either frightening or exhilarating, drawing parallels to the historical shift away from manual assembly language programming. AI

IMPACT Suggests a potential paradigm shift in software development where AI models could automate code creation and modification, reducing reliance on human-written source code.

RANK_REASON The item is an opinion piece discussing the potential future impact of AI on programming, rather than a direct release or event.

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AI models modifying weights could make source code irrelevant

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    Models modifying other models' weights could make traditional source code irrelevant in the long run. Depending on your perspective, that is either terrifying o

    Models modifying other models' weights could make traditional source code irrelevant in the long run. Depending on your perspective, that is either terrifying or exciting. After all, when was the last time you wrote Assembly by hand? Featured in Not only Swift #109: https:// go.p…