Forced to vibe code at work, programmers say their skills are deteriorating
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Cutting corners: Tech giants constantly boast about how programming, among other tasks, has seen massive productivity gains from generative AI. However, recent complaints from programmers are beginning to echo prior studies highlighting the detrimental effects of vibe coding, such as increased debugging time and cognitive decay. Software engineers remain divided over whether a middle ground can be found.
Coders from various companies recently told 404 Media that their initial curiosity about vibe coding has soured as they feel their skills deteriorating while technical debt mounts. Many developers who aren't being forced to use AI are returning to coding by hand.
The programmers who spoke to the outlet said they are either under explicit AI mandates or that AI usage factors into their performance reviews.
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