[adonovan]

> The “will lead astray” part is concerning. If you already have a clear idea in mind, you probably don’t need to have the debate with coworkers.

Yeah, I certainly wouldn't trust it to run any distance unattended, and I started this project with strong ideas about the parameters of the design, so I know what I want and what won't fly. But as you say, it can help tease out unexpected pros and cons of certain choices along the way.

> In summary: obviate experts, receive correct guidance, save time —- pick any two.

It's simpler than that: it can't do the first, nor reliably the second, but it has saved me time.