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Debian votes to let contributors code with AI

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The Debian community voted to permit contributors to use generative‑AI tools for coding, while keeping developers accountable for the quality of the resulting code. The decision follows a policy‑development process that presented eight proposals ranging from a total ban to cautious use, including concerns about environmental impact. Participants chose the option that allows AI‑assisted coding with responsibility retained by the developers.

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