Developers Distrust AI Code Yet Neglect Verification

Developers Distrust AI Code Yet Neglect Verification

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A survey conducted by Sonar reveals that 96% of software developers doubt the functional correctness of AI-generated code, while only 48% consistently verify such code before committing it. The findings are based on responses from over 1,100 developers globally, indicating that AI coding tools have become prevalent in software development.