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Linus Torvalds compares LLMs to compilers, decries "99% AI code" claim

Linus Torvalds, creator of Linux, recently compared advancements in large language model (LLM) technology to the invention of compilers. He believes LLMs can significantly boost productivity for expert users, similar to how compilers did. However, Torvalds expressed frustration with the claim that "99% of code is AI," emphasizing the need for expert guidance to leverage these tools effectively. AI

IMPACT Linus Torvalds' perspective highlights the ongoing debate about AI's role in software development and the importance of human expertise.

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Linus Torvalds compares LLMs to compilers, decries "99% AI code" claim

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