The Digital Press

Using AI coding agents effectively requires strong code review skills, as these tools generate code quickly but lack deep engineering judgment, often producing inefficient or flawed designs.

Why it matters: Skilled code reviewers can guide AI agents away from poor architectural choices, saving time and complexity.

The big picture: AI coding tools are like junior engineers needing constant supervision, making structural review more crucial than nitpicking syntax.

The stakes: Over-reliance on AI-generated code without proper review risks bloated, fragile codebases that hinder long-term maintainability.

Commenters say: Many argue that good code reviewers are better off writing code themselves than relying heavily on AI, emphasizing AI’s role in planning and reviewing rather than bulk code generation.