Ask HN: Does taste matter when writting code

3•rafaepta•1h ago

Taste is valued as a scarce resource as AI gains ground. I totally believe that when designing and writing an essay, human dimension and taste matter. Does it matter for coding?

Comments

functionmouse•1h ago

Sure, it matters everywhere.

ungreased0675•1h ago

Judgement and discernment matter in most knowledge work. Code smell is a real thing.

sscaryterry•38m ago

Taste is the differentiator. AI is a multiplier, garbage in garbage out.

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