In this talk, I'll share my experience comparing hand-written and generated code, exploring the trade-offs between automation and readability. We'll discuss how any approach might have an impact on developer experience-- how it affects maintainability, debugging and long-term sustainability.
But how did I get here? Well, after working for a bit with OpenFGA, an open source authorization solution, I learned that you could use SDK generators, this is something OpenAPI does, for example.
When I tried to use it, the code felt like a foreign language. You could tell it was machine-made rather than human- friendly. So I tried to implement the gem myself, and that led me to ask myself the question: which is better? generated code or human written code? Whether you're deciding between writing your own gem or letting a generator do the work for you, this talk will give you the insights to make an informed decision and improve the developer experience along the way.
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