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Devin's Upwork "side hustle" exposed

Apr 15, 2024
AI 'software engineer' Devin's Upwork deception debunked, Redka reimagines Redis with SQLite, OpenTofu responds to Cease and Desist, Brian LeRoux introduces Enhance WASM, PumpkinOS doesn't fit the norm
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Quick takeaways

  • Devin's exposure reveals AI limitations in replacing programmers on platforms like Upwork.
  • Redka offers an open-source alternative to Redis with SQLite backend for broader developer accessibility.

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Devin's Upwork Side Hustle Exposed

Devin, created by Cognition Labs, was exposed by Internet of Bugs for false claims about being the world's first AI software engineer. While touted as fully autonomous, a detailed breakdown revealed its shortcomings in completing tasks on Upwork. This exposure debunked claims that misled many into thinking AI could replace programmers, emphasizing the current limitations of generative AI.

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