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AI's impact on software development roles reassessed

By PulseAugur Editorial · [1 sources] ·

Simon Willison reflects on the evolving role of software developers in the age of AI. He notes that initial fears of job displacement have subsided as the industry recognizes the continued need for human collaboration, skill, and craftsmanship in creating cutting-edge software. AI

IMPACT Suggests that AI is not fully replacing software developers, but rather changing the nature of their work to emphasize collaboration and skill.

RANK_REASON Opinion piece by a named credible voice.

Read on Bluesky Jetstream — AI desk →

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AI's impact on software development roles reassessed

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  1. Bluesky Jetstream — AI desk TIER_1 English(EN) · simonwillison.net ·

    "For a while, I must admit, it looked as if software developer roles like mine were done for. [...] But our industry is slowly realizing that making truly cutti

    "For a while, I must admit, it looked as if software developer roles like mine were done for. [...] But our industry is slowly realizing that making truly cutting-edge software still requires humans to think and work together, to maximize their skill sets and to practice their re…

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