"AI has rapidly become a reliable coding assistant for many developers -- so much so that many are wondering about the future of the entire profession. Entry-level coding jobs are dwindling for recent grads as teams offload junior tasks to AI assistants; at the same time, experts cite the real limitations of these tools as proof that engineers will never actually become obsolete."
"Regardless, Ng told ZDNET in an interview that he thinks everyone should know the basics of how to use AI to code, equivalent to knowing "a little bit of math," -- still a hard skill, but applied more generally to many careers for whatever you may need."
The second annual AI Dev summit on AI and software took place in New York. AI coding assistants have become reliable for many developers, lowering the bar to entry. Entry-level coding jobs for recent graduates are diminishing as teams offload junior tasks to AI. Experts point to real limitations in current tools that prevent full engineer obsolescence. Everyone should learn basic coding and how to use AI to code, akin to knowing a little math. A crucial future skill is the ability to instruct computers precisely; mastering syntax is less important than clear intent. Governance approaches for AI development require attention.
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