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⚡ THE TRUTH ABOUT COPYING CODE Copying code gets the task done. Understanding code gets you the job. We've all been there stuck on a problem, no idea where to start, and AI gives you exactly what you need in seconds. It feels like a win. But there's a difference between using AI as a crutch and using AI as a coach. A crutch gives you the answer and moves on. A coach helps you find it yourself so next time, you don't need to ask. Here's something we want every GSSoC contributor to hear: The goal was never to see how many PRs you could merge. It was to see how much you could grow and real growth doesn't come from copied code. It is worth more than a hundred copy pasted PRs. Build your knowledge. Build your confidence. Build the version of yourself that no AI can replace. #GSSoC2026 #CopyingVsUnderstanding #LearnToCode #AITools #GrowAsDeveloper #OpenSource #GirlScriptSummerOfCode