We are not going anywhere

The future of software development lies heavily in the hands of artificial intelligence. While AI-generated code may not yet match the quality of human programmers, it offers a cost-effective alternative. Businesses are willing to accept AI-generated code at a high level of quality (99.99) at a significantly lower cost (99.999). This shift in consumer expectations is driving the direction of the industry.

Software engineering is poised to become almost entirely focused on AI development. Within this field, AI models are expected to become proficient in languages like React, Python, Go, and JavaScript. Consequently, new UI libraries, programming languages, and development tools are unlikely to gain traction. While AI-generated libraries and languages may be easier to create, they may struggle to gain widespread adoption and build a community around them.

The impact of this shift will be most pronounced for large corporations that can afford to invest in training and fine-tuning AI models. However, these organizations may face challenges in building a diverse and talented talent pool, as other groups may be hesitant to use or access their proprietary AI systems. In conclusion, the future of software engineering lies not in going back to its roots or exploring new frontiers, but in moving forward entirely within the realm of AI development.