Tuesday, August 19, 2025

Myth of “Anyone Can Code” — A Reality Check

AI coding tools have turned “vibe coding” into the latest sensation—where you simply throw prompts at a machine and watch it spit out smart-looking code. It’s like ordering pizza, but instead of cheese, you get nested for-loops. Tempting, right?


But before you hang up your ‘Hello World’ hat, remember: behind every AI-generated marvel is the not-so-glamorous world of bugs, technical debt, and the occasional “why does my app delete *everything* on Fridays?”

Here’s the truth:
- AI can generate code: But it can’t teach you why that code makes sense, what might explode in production, or how to untangle spaghetti logic six months later.
- Fundamentals still rule: Want to spot a sneaky security flaw or tame that rogue function? You’ll need old-school coding principles—AI just gives you a faster shovel to dig with.

So, the next time someone says, “Anyone can code now,” remind them: “Sure, just like anyone can drive… straight into a wall.”

Embrace the AI vibe. But keep your basics sharp—because *prompt engineering* isn’t a replacement for *actual engineering*.

#AI #SoftwareEngineering #VibeCoding #TechRealityCheck #AIEthics #LearningToCode

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