tldr; Vitalik Buterin predicts that bug-free code will become achievable in the 2030s due to advancements in programming languages, stricter memory rules, and improved verification tools. He notes that while some software will still prioritize functionality over safety, critical systems will benefit from provable correctness. Historical trends show defect density declining under rigorous engineering, and future gains will come from better defaults and integrated proof systems, making safety-critical code more reliable.
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tldr; Vitalik Buterin predicts that bug-free code will become achievable in the 2030s due to advancements in programming languages, stricter memory rules, and improved verification tools. He notes that while some software will still prioritize functionality over safety, critical systems will benefit from provable correctness. Historical trends show defect density declining under rigorous engineering, and future gains will come from better defaults and integrated proof systems, making safety-critical code more reliable.
*This summary is auto generated by a bot and not meant to replace reading the original article. As always, DYOR.