Simon Willison

More than just code review

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The article discusses the essential skill of effectively instructing coding agents and verifying their changes. It highlights that while line‑by‑line code review is one method, it is not the most efficient way to validate software changes. The focus is on confidently guiding agents and confirming correct implementation without exhaustive inspection.

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