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The Future of AI in Coding with Codeium CEO Varun Mohan
Gradient Dissent: Conversations on AI
Quality Over Quantity in Software Development
In software development, the focus should be on producing quality code rather than simply writing a large amount of code. It is crucial to ensure that code is tested, reviewed, and free of bugs, especially in languages like C++. Emphasizing simplicity and caution in writing code is highlighted as important. The software development lifecycle should extend beyond writing code to include value in code review and investigation stages. It is mentioned that only around 20% of time at large companies is spent on writing software. Prioritizing filtering out poorly written code and experimental features is crucial for product improvement without relying on user data for training general models, but rather for gauging product enhancement based on user feedback.
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