Recursers on AI: A Pragmatic Approach to LLMs in Programming
2025-07-26
Recursers, a 6-12 week programming retreat with an integrated recruiting agency, grapples with the impact of AI on programming. Instead of simply embracing or rejecting AI, they surveyed over 3000 alumni to understand the implications of LLMs on their work and learning. Findings revealed significant diversity in how programmers utilize and view AI tools, dependent on experience, project type, and team size. RC emphasizes three key takeaways: working at the edge of one's abilities, maintaining rigor, and learning generously. Ultimately, RC advocates for a pragmatic approach, focusing on the importance of active learning and critical engagement with AI, emphasizing its role as a tool to enhance, not replace, human agency.
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