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AI Writes Code. It Doesn't Do Engineering.

Syed Ahmer Shah on June 19, 2026

I still remember the first time Copilot finished my function before I did. Felt like magic. Then I shipped that "magic" and it broke prod because i...
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As someone using AI coding tools daily, I've found that generating code is often the easiest part.

The real challenge is defining requirements, validating outputs, reviewing edge cases, and ensuring the solution fits the broader system.

AI accelerates development. Engineering still requires responsibility and judgment.

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Syed Ahmer Shah The Silicon Architect

Anyone can learn a syntax; design takes experience.

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Syed Ahmer Shah The Silicon Architect

Exactly. It can write the functions, but it can't orchestrate the platform.