Armin Ronacher • 4/11/2026

The Center Has a Bias

Armin Ronacher discusses the polarized debate around AI coding agents, noting that critics often lack direct experience with the tools, making their criticism abstract. He contrasts this with enthusiastic users who forgive flaws due to engagement. Ronacher positions himself in the center, which he argues is biased towards engagement rather than neutrality, as the middle ground requires serious exploration. He highlights an asymmetry: one side has paid the cost of direct experience, while the other relies on secondhand knowledge. The article explores how this shapes discussions about new technology.

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