Why AI writes software but doesn’t build a good product
The article discusses the limitations of AI in creating user-friendly software products. While AI can generate functional code quickly, it struggles with aspects like user interface and experience design. The author questions whether AI can ever produce software that is both aesthetically pleasing and effective.
- ▪AI can write clean code and generate software quickly, but it often lacks in user interface and experience design.
- ▪The author believes that tools developed over years are still preferable to AI-generated solutions.
- ▪There are concerns about AI's ability to handle sensitive data securely and effectively.
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