The spec is the new code, so brush up on your prose, says Kaseya CTO
Domain expertise and clear writing will matter more than syntax, and yes, that means documentation
Kaseya's CTO, Pratik Wadher, has stated that software developers must evolve to become AI coaches, prompt engineers, and domain experts. The company's team recently re-architected its storage products, allowing the storage engine to read and write to various types of storage, including ZFS, S3, and hyperscaler racks. Wadher attributes this accelerated re-architecture to AI assistance, specifically Anthropic coding agents used in conjunction with human engineers for spec writing, peer-review, and code generation.
While some engineers embrace this new approach, others remain hesitant. Wadher suggests that writing code may not be as enjoyable as designing, architecting, and seeing results. He emphasizes the importance of prompt engineering and domain expertise, cautioning against relying solely on AI for code generation. Wadher predicts that coding documentation will become increasingly crucial, as AI will take over basic tasks.
He envisions a future where AI serves as a partner in the coding process, helping to generate consistent code, while humans focus on writing clear specifications.
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