AI set to boost software development jobs and software output

11 articles · Updated · InfoWorld · May 6

The report argues coding could become 10 to 100 times faster, expanding feature backlogs and enabling software projects previously too complex for human teams alone.
It says efficiency gains should raise demand for developers through a Jevons paradox effect, though hiring is shifting toward experienced engineers while entry-level roles face weaker demand.
The piece frames current fears as another recurring automation panic, comparing AI with past disruptions from looms, PCs, the internet, open source, offshoring and robotics that did not erase work.

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