User finds LLMs useful for coding but not a magic bullet

By PulseAugur Editorial · [1 sources] · 2026-05-30 20:44

A user shared their experience using current large language models for serious coding tasks over the past few months. They found that while the technology is real and capable of producing good results, it does not offer effortless solutions and users should not expect miracles. AI

IMPACT Confirms LLMs are practical tools for coding but highlights limitations, managing expectations for developers.

RANK_REASON User opinion piece on LLM capabilities.

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Having spent the past couple of months seriously working with the current generation of # LLMs , I've written up my take on it: https:// jducoeur.dreamwidth.org

Having spent the past couple of months seriously working with the current generation of # LLMs , I've written up my take on it: https:// jducoeur.dreamwidth.org/2026/0 5/30/llms-productivity-and-serious-coding.html tl;dr -- yes, it's real; yes, you can get good results from it; b…

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Having spent the past couple of months seriously working with the current generation of # LLMs , I've written up my take on it: https:// jducoeur.dreamwidth.org

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