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MixedCopilot · 22 Mar 2023

I can't review code with the same thoughtfulness and thoroughness that I apply when I write it

jeremyjh on Hacker News

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Helped: Generates one-liners that save a little time.

Got in the way: Cannot review code with same thoughtfulness as writing it.

It isn't just as effective for me. No matter how much I'd like to, I can't review code with the same thoughtfulness and thoroughness that I apply when I write it. I know the same is true for the people who have reviewed my PRs as well, but maybe its different for others. …