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Does ChatGPT Kill StackOverflow?

Exploring the dynamics between ChatGPT and Stack Overflow, and how they coexist in the world of programmers and developers

Hafiq Iqmal
5 min readMay 19, 2023
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Imagine that, It’s midnight, your eyes started to strained, your fingers are tired from incessant typing and you can hear the sound of your heartbeat echoing in your empty coffee mug. You’re a programmer, stuck on a particularly gnarly bug and the only thing between you and sweet victory is the answer to your quandary. Where do you turn to for salvation? In days gone by, the answer was simple — Stack Overflow. This repository of programming wisdom has long been the beacon of hope for weary coders worldwide. However, there’s a new kid on the block. ChatGPT, the AI language model from OpenAI, has been making waves in the tech world with its impressive abilities.

So, does this spell the end for Stack Overflow or is there a future where these two coexist, complementing each other to better serve the programming community? Let’s dive into this fascinating, fact-filled exploration and humorously delve into the world of ChatGPT, Stack Overflow and the programmers who depend on them.

ChatGPT, the New Kid on the Block

To start off, let’s get acquainted with ChatGPT, the AI language model developed…

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Hafiq Iqmal
Hafiq Iqmal

Written by Hafiq Iqmal

Technical Lead | Software Engineer | Laravel Enthusiasts | Tech writer | UiTM Alumni | Husband | Proud father of a beautiful daughter

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