Dev Tools · 1h ago
Move AI guardrails from prompts to code
Text-based rules like 'do not write outside src/' fail because they compete with task context. A path gate that resolves and checks paths before tool calls enforces safety. This turns soft instructions into binary checks, preventing violations even when the model understands the rule.
Meridian48 take
The article correctly argues that executable guardrails beat prompt wording, but teams must balance enforcement with flexibility to avoid over-blocking legitimate actions.
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