The Software Engineering Identity Crisis

Annie Vella explores the evolving identity of software engineers in an era dominated by AI coding assistants. The article discusses how the use of AI is transforming engineers from creators to overseers, raising fundamental questions about professional identity and satisfaction. As AI takes on more coding tasks, engineers need to focus on higher-level design and communication skills, challenging the traditional craft of coding and urging adaptation to maintain their essence as builders.

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