Developers Embrace Agents Over Craft In Coding

The author argues that LLM coding agents are shifting developers' focus from craftsmanship toward high-level architecture, resilience, and systems concerns. He cites LLMs such as Claude and Codex and references figures like Les Orchard and Jenn Schiffer to contrast art and function. The essay urges coders to seek artistic outlets outside routine coding and to prioritize architecture, testing, and monitoring skills.