The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has made many tasks easier, but it has also sparked concerns about its potential threat to human jobs. Since AI's introduction, numerous companies have significantly reduced their workforce. Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google—one of the largest tech firms in the world—has shared insights regarding AI that might bring some relief to coding engineers.
The challenge posed by AI
AI tools such as ChatGPT and Google Gemini are consistently pushing the boundaries of what humans can do. These technologies are continually being enhanced. For instance, OpenAI's Deep Research Agent and Google Gemini's Deep Mind Tools have recently launched capabilities for software coding, performing tasks with ease comparable to that of human engineers. Experts have predicted that within the next five years, the demand for coding engineers could decrease by as much as 50 per cent due to these advancements.
What Sundar Pichai has to say?
In a recent podcast, Sundar Pichai expressed a rather optimistic view about AI augmenting rather than replacing software engineers. He stated that about 30 per cent of Google’s software code is currently being created with AI assistance. These tools are designed to support human engineers, and the company plans to increase its hiring of software engineers in the near future. Pichai emphasised that AI will never fully substitute the human touch in coding.
The problem-solving skills and creativity inherent to humans are irreplaceable, and coding is an activity that many enjoy. Recent reports have raised alarms about job security across various sectors due to AI, but Pichai believes that technology will primarily serve as an enhancement to human capabilities rather than a complete replacement.
Meanwhile, today, June 9, Apple is hosting its annual developer conference, known as WWDC 2025. During this event, the company is expected to reveal several exciting new products and updates, including new versions of their software for iPhones, iPads, Macs, and Apple Watches.
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