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AI coding has split software engineers into tribes. Meet the fans, skeptics — and those in between.
AI coding tools like Anthropic's Claude and OpenAI's Codex are reshaping software engineering, dividing developers into enthusiasts, skeptics, and those with mixed views. A 2025 Stack Overflow survey found 60% of developers hold positive views, though challenges like token budget battles and workplace adjustments persist.
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