About whether AI could rewrite something as complex as Microsoft Word.
Has this happened?
Yes 30 (24%)Not sure 35 (28%)No 62 (49%)
Votes cast 1–2 October 2026: 100,590 votes from 9,694 people.
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About whether AI could rewrite something as complex as Microsoft Word.
Votes cast 1–2 October 2026: 100,590 votes from 9,694 people.
I would agree a full rewrite of word which is very complex and take quite a bit of time.
It would be impressive of AI to make a 80% rewrite, though I fully doubt it would cover the 100% rewrite (disregarding long term support as well).
Why do you think it’s impossible for humans to rewrite word, especially even humans made it in the first place?