LLMs in Programming: Crutch or Catalyst?
2025-04-20
Large Language Models (LLMs) are powerful tools for programming, automating tasks and generating code. However, their ease of use raises concerns. While LLMs excel at solving known problems, this reliance risks atrophying engineers' problem-solving skills, especially with novel challenges. Unlike search engines which offer exploration and exploitation, LLMs favor immediate exploitation, hindering deep thinking and problem-solving. Blindly accepting LLM-generated solutions could lead to a loss of algorithmic mastery, ultimately hindering technological advancement.