Experienced devs are slower with AI and they don't even know it
A recent study reveals that experienced developers using AI coding tools are actually 19% slower than when coding without them, despite believing they are 20% faster. This discrepancy highlights a significant perception gap, where developers misjudge their efficiency due to the rapid output of AI tools. The findings suggest that seasoned developers need to approach AI-generated code with skepticism to avoid potential pitfalls in their work.
- ▪Experienced developers using AI coding tools were found to be 19% slower than without them.
- ▪Despite this, they believed they were 20% faster, creating a perception gap of nearly 40%.
- ▪The study emphasizes the need for experienced developers to critically evaluate AI-generated code rather than trusting it at face value.
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