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Re:If AI writes your code, why use Python? by wiseowise on Tuesday May 12, 2026 @04:03AM (#48105504)
So I can test my feature today instead of waiting until it finishes compiling tomorrow.
Re:If AI writes your code, why use Python? by baq on Tuesday May 12, 2026 @05:21AM (#48105981)
this is the top reason for a reasonably complex project, but it can be worked around by preplanning crates.

the other reason is if you really want async as is in vogue nowadays, function coloring - but this is rapidly becoming irrelevant, see article.

Re:If AI writes your code, why use Python? by wiseowise on Tuesday May 12, 2026 @06:32AM (#48106334)
> but it can be worked around by preplanning crates.

Maybe if you're working alone.