Will AI Replace Software Engineers?

The podcast addresses the question of whether AI will replace software engineers, arguing against this notion. The speaker, who uses AI for the majority of their coding, describes two methods of AI utilization: "vibe coding," where AI handles all the code, and regular software engineering, where code is reviewed. While vibe coding has limits with complex applications, the speaker emphasizes the collaborative nature of AI in software engineering, viewing code as a precise and concise tool for understanding software functionality. The speaker also counters the argument that increased efficiency through AI will lead to fewer engineering jobs, noting tech companies tend to expand projects rather than reduce staff. The podcast concludes that coding skills remain essential, advocating for learning both AI and coding to stay competitive in the tech industry, and refutes the idea that the tech job market is collapsing.