AI replacing Software Engineers is just silly to think

I wouldn't say the same about Programers though.

Lately, there’s been a lot of talk about whether AI will replace software engineers. Big names are fueling the conversation. Salesforce’s CEO claims they won’t hire new engineers in 2025 because AI tools have increased their productivity by 30%. Mark Zuckerberg said that AI in 2025 will be able to do a mid-level engineer’s job.

It’s enough to make any software engineer wonder: Will I still have a job by the end of 2025?

Let’s analyze what AI can and can’t do today, and how you can prepare yourself for the future.

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