His argument is perfectly fine... Scripting as playstyle is not against the rules. If you can write a script that automates a task and you are there to watch (like having it on a second monitor) that is perfectly ok with the codex. If you arent happy with that, that is a you problem.

I for one love these updates that make the shard more stable and reliable. Anything easing things on the backend ensures stability and in turn longevity (which are great things). Not everything in life can be candy, you need your spinach also. I've only been here a few months and am really impressed...