A recent study has revealed that 80% of codebases using generative AI tools exhibit signs of “bot rot,” a term describing the degradation of code quality due to AI-generated code. This phenomenon stems from AI tools’ inability to understand and interact with the macro architectural design of projects. Instead of improving efficiency, these tools often lead to duplicated business logic, cluttered namespaces, and an increase in cycle time, necessitating more human intervention. The study highlights that while AI tools aim to automate the automation process, their current approach, likened to a “Doctor-Patient” strategy, limits their effectiveness. The research suggests adopting a new strategy, Generative Driven Development (GDD), which integrates AI automation into the software development lifecycle, making codebases more AI-friendly and reducing the cognitive load on developers.
Source: towardsdatascience.com
