AI Code Review - Ownership Over Output

The Problem Wasnt The AI

I failed my team today.

In our retro, an engineer admitted he caused a bug. AI-generated code that he didnt check deeply enough.

His solution: "Next time, I'll write it manually. No AI."
I said nothing. A massive mistake.

My silence validated the wrong takeaway. The problem wasn't the AI; it was the lack of ownership over the output.

I should have interrupted: "Don't stop using the tool. Just get better at reviewing the output."

My silence unintentionally killed innovation. Leaders clear misconceptions, not just blockers.

This article was originally published on https://craftengineer.com/. It was written by a human and polished using grammar tools for clarity.
--

Follow me on X (Formally, Twitter). Or read my stories on engineering management, and how to be a better engineering leader on Vibe Manager Blog.