Is This AI Wave Really That Disruptive? Where Do You Stand? Over the past year, the narrative around AI in software development has shifted dramatically. Not long ago, the headlines were filled with optimism-AI copilots, productivity boosts, and promises of a new golden age for developers. Lately, though, the stories seem to focus more on disruption, job risk, and unintended consequences.
As a developer, do you feel this AI wave is truly as disruptive as it’s being portrayed? Or is the current climate just another hype cycle, amplified by media swings from “game-changer” to “doom and gloom”?
Have you personally felt your work or job prospects change because of AI in the last year?
Do you see AI as a net positive, a threat, or something more nuanced?
Are you more optimistic or anxious about the future of our profession compared to six months ago?