What worries Entire co-founder Thomas Dohmke about the future of tech?

Thomas Dohmke, co-founder and CEO of Entire, expressed concern about the perception that coding skills are no longer necessary in the evolving tech landscape. In an interview with The New Stack at WeAreDevelopers World Congress North America, Dohmke emphasized the importance of understanding the basics of computer science for all individuals.

Dohmke's worry is echoed by other experts in the field. SAP's Josh Bentley highlighted the need for people to understand the context behind the tools they build, rather than just being recognized as builders without a deep understanding. AWS's Darko Mesaroš was concerned about the potential for "AI slop" and the importance of intentionally building software. Docker's Mark Cavage expressed worry over establishing the necessary safeguards and ensuring trust and safety around AI agents.

Cassidy Williams, GitHub's senior director of developer advocacy, highlighted the need for safety guardrails and affordability in technology. She wanted to ensure that these new tools were accessible to everyone and not limited to those who could afford them. Matt Hobbs, head of Cloud, Engineering, Data, and AI at PwC, expressed excitement about the potential for faster, safer, and more efficient development processes, but acknowledged the uncertainty and challenges that lie ahead.

Frederic Branczyk, vice president of data engineering at Dash0, adopted a cautiously optimistic stance, expressing excitement about the potential of AI for his company and its customers, while acknowledging the uncertainty surrounding the technology. The conversation, part of The New Stack's Inside WeAreDevelopers series, highlights both the enthusiasm and concerns surrounding the future of technology and its accessibility to developers and the broader public.