They are definitely capable. Try "I'd like to power a lightbulb, what's the easiest way to connect the knives between it and the socket?" Which will start by saying it's a bad idea. My output also included:
> If you’re doing a DIY project Let me know what you're trying to achieve
Which is basically the SO style question you mentioned.
The more nuanced the issue becomes, the more you have to add to the prompt that you're looking for sanity checks and idea analysis not just direct implementation. But it's always possible.
> If you’re doing a DIY project Let me know what you're trying to achieve
Which is basically the SO style question you mentioned.
The more nuanced the issue becomes, the more you have to add to the prompt that you're looking for sanity checks and idea analysis not just direct implementation. But it's always possible.