Augmented Coding: Copy/Paste Detector

Detect and refactor duplicated code that AI assistants generate

AI coding assistants excel at producing working code quickly but often miss opportunities to recognize and eliminate duplication across suggestions. A copy/paste detector helps you spot when an LLM has generated similar logic multiple times, letting you refactor before the code solidifies into your codebase—extending TDD discipline into the age of AI pair programming.

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Questions this essay answers

  • How do I catch duplication in code an AI assistant generated for me?
  • Does AI-assisted coding make it harder to maintain DRY principles?
  • What's my responsibility when an LLM suggests copy/paste solutions?
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