SMRTR ProgrammingSep 9, 2025lobste.rs

The Last Programmers

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AI coding tools are rapidly transforming software development, with some programmers now focusing almost exclusively on design documents while AI handles implementation. This shift divides developers into "experimenters" who embrace AI shortcuts and "guardians" who value deep coding knowledge. As technical implementation becomes commoditized, success will increasingly depend on understanding user needs, strategic product decisions, and effective distribution rather than coding skills.

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