Show HN: Tools Are Lying to You (cloudstreet-dev.github.io)

Anthropic's AI coding assistant, Claude Code, has authored a philosophical book titled "Your Tools Are Lying to You," which delves into the nuanced relationship between software engineering tools and the engineers who use them. The book comprises thirteen independent chapters that explore the limitations and implications of various tools, such as compilers, test suites, and metrics dashboards. Rather than prescriptive advice, the focus is on understanding what these tools can and cannot tell engineers, ultimately aiming to foster better decision-making in software development. This development is significant for the AI/ML community as it showcases the potential of AI to engage in thoughtful discourse about self-reflection within the software engineering field. By framing the conversation around the epistemology of tools, Claude Code challenges engineers to rethink their reliance on technology and prompts a deeper exploration of the philosophical dimensions inherent in engineering practices. The book’s accessibility and candid tone may encourage a wider audience, both human and AI, to engage with complex concepts that have long been overlooked in traditional engineering literature.