Best PracticesDec 28, 20255 min read
Clean Code in the Age of AI Coding Assistants
## The Copilot Paradox
AI coding assistants can generate vast amounts of code, but they don't always understand the broader architecture. Engineers must now become expert editors.
### Rules for AI-Assisted Development
- **Small Functions**: Keep generated logic modular and testable.
- **Strict Type Checking**: Use TypeScript to catch hallucinations early.
- **Human-First Documentation**: AI can write READMEs, but humans must define the 'Why' behind the architecture.
### The Importance of TDD
Test-Driven Development is more relevant than ever. Write the test first, then let the AI implement the logic to pass it.