Programmers are increasingly using AI coding assistants, like GitHub Copilot and Cursor, to handle repetitive tasks. When Coinbase provided licenses for these tools to all engineers, some resisted. CEO Brian Armstrong took a strong approach, mandating adoption or facing consequences. Some engineers were fired for not onboarded, sending a clear message that AI is essential. Armstrong now emphasizes training and knowledge sharing on AI. However, concerns remain about overreliance on AI-generated code.
