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Why Devs Still Doubt AI—and Why They're Dead Wrong

Why Devs Still Doubt AI—and Why They're Dead Wrong

I’ve noticed a lot of skepticism about AI from developers, and it often stems from bias and a lack of real understanding. Let’s unpack why so many devs are still hesitant to embrace it.

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André Figueira
Apr 15, 2025
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You're in a room with a bunch of seasoned developers, most of them sharp, experienced, and deadly efficient. One of them casually starts talking about using AI for coding, and you'll feel the energy shift. Smirks, eye-rolls, the occasional comment like "It's good for boilerplate but that's it." Or worse: "I tried it once, didn’t work, waste of time." Th…

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