New GitHub Copilot research finds 'downward pressure on code quality'

Re:New GitHub Copilot research finds 'downward pressure on c... by godelski on Monday January 29, 2024 @02:57AM (#39173856)

There also seems to be a phenomena where the more complex the system the simpler the box must be. I'm kinda surprised by this as understanding complexities (especially around dynamic environments and future planning) seems to be one of the things that distinguishes humans from other animals. And opposable thumbs. I mean sure, there's other animals with those too but we stand out, literally.

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Re:New GitHub Copilot research finds 'downward pressure on c... by beautron on Monday January 29, 2024 @03:31AM (#39174067)

If the box is simple, then it's easier to cast each individual complexity of the system, as needed, into an interpretation that fits and reinforces the box.

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Re:New GitHub Copilot research finds 'downward pressure on c... by godelski on Monday January 29, 2024 @01:13PM (#39179905)

But don't you find it odd that my box is complex and that your box is simple? And that this holds for whoever you and I are?

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Re:New GitHub Copilot research finds 'downward pressure on c... by nativeit on Wednesday January 31, 2024 @11:00AM (#39205355)

This is probably related to the Fundamental Attribution Error.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fundamental_attribution_error

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