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The problem is not AI code, but not knowing about system architecture or intent

388 points · 240 comments · zazuke

  1. bengold14 · · focus · HN ↗
    I see this everyday. The problem is code is the wrong abstraction for the work we do. LLMs have solved coding, but they haven't solved systems, collaboration or system maintenance.

    Edit: Since I seem to have touched a nerve - I&#x27;ve been working on a project to solve this: <a href="https:&#x2F;&#x2F;www.archme.io" rel="nofollow">https:&#x2F;&#x2F;www.archme.io if you want to know my thoughts on the right abstraction

    1. tripleee · · focus · HN ↗
      Outsourcing solved coding a long time ago. You can go on Fiverr and prompt a real human developer for $2&#x2F;hr - even cheaper than LLMs!
      1. bengold14 · · focus · HN ↗
        Same problem though :). If an overseas employee knows the code and you don&#x27;t, you have ceded ownership, problem solving ability &amp; future direction of the project.
      2. imhoguy · · focus · HN ↗
        Wow, I think you have never had a chance to communicate with someone selling their expertise for $2&#x2F;h. Unless your time is also worth $2&#x2F;h, I think you would get better results prompting local 27B model.
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