Which AI Coding Assistants can you actually trust?

Every time you ask your AI coding assistant for help, it may be quietly scanning your project for “context” - including .env files, credentials and private config - without you even knowing. After over a year of working with 6 popular tools (Copilot, Cursor, Claude Code, Roo Code, Windsurf, Trae), I’ve got one question every engineering team should ask: Which AI coding assistants can we actually trust with sensitive code?

AI vs Vibe Coding

We don't just code anymore - we coordinate, evaluate, and design. AI is changing how we develop software. But it's also making good engineers even more valuable. The paradox is... The more you rely on AI, the more discipline and fundamentals you need to stay in control.

The Age of Ideas

Several thoughts of the new Age - the Age of Ideas. AI is changing everything - but not the way you think. It’s not about theft. It’s about access. What once took years of learning now takes seconds. Execution is cheap. Ideas are priceless.