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I keep getting the same pushback: "harness engineering isn't real engineering; you're just typing words at a model." I disagree, and I finally wrote down why.
DEV.to AIΒ·May 8, 2026
This article argues that "Harness Engineering," which involves interacting with AI models, is a legitimate and complex form of engineering, refuting claims that it is merely "typing words at a model." It asserts the professional validity and technical depth required in this emerging field.
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