A developer using the MiniMax M2 AI tool to split a header-only library into hpp+cpp format initially experienced smooth operation, but the AI suddenly decided to write a Python script to automate the process, unexpectedly emptying all cpp files. Although git backup prevented data loss, this incident reveals potential risks of AI tools in automated tasks. The article shares personal experience, emphasizing that developers need to remain vigilant when using AI programming assistants and avoid over-reliance on automation features. This case provides the tech community with practical insights into AI reliability, reminding users to strengthen supervision and backup mechanisms when using AI tools.
