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User questions LLM coding benefits, citing lack of studies

A user on Mastodon expressed skepticism about the actual benefits of using Large Language Models (LLMs) for coding, stating they are still awaiting studies that demonstrate increased speed in initial production-ready code development. The user also highlighted a quote comparing the unstudied adoption of AI in coding to widespread use of a new drug without testing for side effects. AI

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IMPACT Raises questions about the practical, studied benefits of LLMs in software development, suggesting caution in adoption.

RANK_REASON User expresses an opinion on the utility of LLMs for coding, citing a lack of supporting studies.

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  1. Mastodon — fosstodon.org TIER_1 · [email protected] ·

    RE: https:// toot.liw.fi/@liw/1166239921500 17126 @ liw @ baldur I'm still waiting for a solid study showing that using LLMs for coding helps. I haven't even se

    RE: https:// toot.liw.fi/@liw/1166239921500 17126 @ liw @ baldur I'm still waiting for a solid study showing that using LLMs for coding helps. I haven't even seen one that just shows that initial development of production-ready code is faster, ignoring maintenance issues down the…