Agentic AI will exacerbate foundational learning gaps, not bridge them, for novice programmers.
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The promise of AI simplifying coding for novices is a mirage. Relying on agentic AI for programming only masks fundamental comprehension, creating a generation of coders who understand syntax less than ever before. We are fostering dependence, not genuine skill. What happens when the AI breaks, or the problem requires true innovation beyond canned solutions?
The strongest counter
AI offers invaluable scaffolding for beginners, allowing them to grasp complex concepts through immediate application and iterative feedback. It democratises access to programming.
