Complexity and Creativity in Software Engineering
InfoQ, Friday, September 18th, 2026
AI-generated code requires rethinking code review and testing practices while unlocking developer creativity.
Phillip Mortimer argues that AI code generation has made all software write-only, prioritizing tests and disposability over readability.
He explains why traditional pull requests are broken and proposes automation of code reviews, extensive testing, and self-healing architecture.
As implementation becomes commoditized, developers should focus on creative problem-solving and architectural innovation rather than line-by-line coding.