The Strange Case of Engineers Who Dismiss AI

Many engineers dismiss AI coding tools based on outdated experiences from 2022-2023, without trying modern versions like Claude Code or Cursor. These tools have improved dramatically, enabling engineers to ship faster and tackle bigger challenges. While AI-generated code still requires review and isn't perfect, refusing to try current tools creates a widening gap between engineers who leverage them and those who don't. Engineers should test modern AI coding assistants to make informed judgments rather than relying on years-old impressions.