Is AI the end of software engineering or the next step in its evolution?
Summary
The article argues that AI is shifting software engineering from manual coding toward guided editing and higher-level problem solving. It explains that AI tools work best on constrained tasks, local code changes, and code comprehension rather than full end-to-end system building. The piece also says vibe-coding may help nontechnical users and speed up routine work, but it can erode deep engineering skills and taste. It concludes that AI will likely expand software creation while making it harder to develop into a true software engineer without deliberate practice.
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