Given AI, should I still consider becoming a computer programmer? Yes, and...
6 hours ago
- #Software Development
- #AI in Programming
- #Career Advice
- Computer programming remains a viable career despite AI advancements, as problem-solving and complexity management skills are still valuable.
- AI poses risks for junior programmers by generating code, potentially hindering their ability to develop a deep understanding of coding.
- Reading code is crucial in an AI-driven coding future to avoid creating uncontrollable systems (The Sorcerer’s Apprentice Trap).
- AI-generated code differs from high-level languages as it may introduce accidental complexity rather than reducing it.
- AI can serve as an effective teaching assistant (TA) when used to understand concepts rather than generate code.
- Communication skills, business understanding, and software architecture will become more important as coding becomes less central.
- Senior programmers can leverage AI effectively due to their experience, while juniors must focus on writing code to build intuition.
- Job-seeking advice: Utilize personal connections (Family, Friends & Family of Friends) over online job sites for better opportunities.
- The current poor job market for programmers is cyclical and expected to recover, making programming a still-rewarding career choice.