Luke Skywalker and Han Solo have an argument about Code Modernization, Generative AI, and the Dark Side of the Force.
Our editors here at the mcode mansion flat were getting a little loopy late last night. night. So . . . .
This is a real and true and absolutely real argument we overhead Luke and Han having about Code Modernization, Generative AI, and the Dark Side. You don’t have to tell Lucas. He already knows.
Luke Skywalker: Han, have you heard about code modernization and generative AI? It’s a groundbreaking technology that can massively enhance our programming skills with the Force and simplify development processes. I’m a nerd! (Whines.)
Han Solo: Why do you always sound like you’re whining? Code modernization? Generative AI? And what's all that Jedi mumbo jumbo you’re talking about, Luke? I'm a pilot, not a Silicon Valley genius. (Please observe that I did not say “Dammit, Jim, I’m a doctor not an Artificial Intelligenceist!)
Skywalker: Han, it’s not about being a tech wizard. Don’t be so dumb and good-looking. Code modernization is about making our programs more efficient and optimized. With generative AI, we can automate certain tasks and let the AI assist us in generating code. It’s like having a co-pilot in the programming world.
Chewie: Aargheaherhharghhhehaerdrardddhhhhh!
Han: He says I already have a co-pilot.
Skywalker: Oh, Chewie. (Whines.)
Han: Look, Luke, I get it. Technology is great and all, and the Force is strong with you, but I've seen the Dark side of the Force, and I have my reservations.
Skywalker: They call it COBOL now.
Han: What?
Skywalker: The Dark Side. It’s called COBOL now.
Han: Too cute.
Skywalker: I’m literally just reading this from the script, Harrison.
Han: Can we move on? Okay, focus. Relying too much on these advanced Force technologies like Generative AI can be risky. We need to trust our instincts and experiences.
Skywalker: (Whines.) Han, I understand your concerns, but just like the Force, code modernization and Generative AI are tools that can be used wisely or misused. It’s up to us to harness its power responsibly. It can help us achieve things we never thought possible and accelerate our progress.
Han: That all sounds nice, Luke, but I've seen the Empire use similar technologies for their own gain. I don't want to end up on the Dark Side. Also, quit whining.
Skywalker: It’s important to be cautious and not blindly follow any path. But remember, technology itself isn’t evil. The future isn’t evil. I know that our story is unfolding Long, Long Ago, but we have to trust in the Future on Earth. Which is mostly about Generative AI and the Light Side of the Force and Liberating Engineers to do their Best Work. It’s how we Generative AI that determines its impact. We can use code modernization and generative AI as tools to amplify the skills of Jedi engineers from Alderaan to Batuu, to create better, and to save the galaxy from evil.
Han: Okay, I’m in. I agree it is a good idea to save the galaxy from evil. I also agree that I am very good-looking. You have to stop whining. It hurts my ears when you talk. Every single time.