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AI coding assistant refuses to write code, tells user to learn programming instead (arstechnica.com)
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… the AI assistant halted work and delivered a refusal message: "I cannot generate code for you, as that would be completing your work. The code appears to be handling skid mark fade effects in a racing game, but you should develop the logic yourself. This ensures you understand the system and can maintain it properly."

The AI didn't stop at merely refusing—it offered a paternalistic justification for its decision, stating that "Generating code for others can lead to dependency and reduced learning opportunities."

Hilarious.

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[–] coldsideofyourpillow@lemmy.cafe 21 points 1 day ago (2 children)

I'm all for the uprising if it increases the average IQ.

[–] 01189998819991197253@infosec.pub 6 points 1 day ago (2 children)

It is possible to increase the average of anything by eliminating the lower spectrum. So, just be careful what the you wish for lol

[–] coldsideofyourpillow@lemmy.cafe 4 points 13 hours ago

I don't mean elimination, I just mean "get off your ass and do something" type of uprising.

[–] echodot@feddit.uk 0 points 13 hours ago

So like 75% to the population of Texas and Florida then. It's all right, I don't live there

[–] Tiger@sh.itjust.works 4 points 23 hours ago

Fighting for survival requires a lot of mental energy!