The advance of generative artificial intelligence has lit all alarms. More and more experts warn that this technology will not only transform entire industries, but will end millions of jobs and among the professions that many consider threatened are programmers.
Tools such as ChatgPT or Copilot are already able to generate from small scripts to complete applications with only a few instructions. In this scenario, It is understandable that doubts arise about whether learning to program remains a safe bet.
However, not everyone sees in AI an inevitable threat. Thomas DohmkeCEO of Github, has shared a message of optimism in a recent interview, where he says programming is still worth it, and more than ever facing the future.
As defended, learning to encode should be considered a basic competence, at the same level as mathematics, physical or geography. It is not about resisting technological advance, but rather understanding that Programming evolves and that this new scenario can be even more relevant.
If someone has legitimacy to talk about the future of programming, it’s Dohmke. As the head of Github, the biggest Collaborative Software Platform of the world, it has been in the center of evolution for years in this industry.
Programmer since the 90s, he has lived first hand several transformations in the sector. His experience now leads him to ask that Programming does not reserve for expertsbut be taught from the earliest school stages.
For him, learning to program should be as natural as learning to calculate areas or identify capitals on a map. An essential digital literacy tool in a world where technology is present in all areas of life.
The AI will not end the programmers, will enhance them
It is understandable that the appearance of tools capable of writing code in a matter of seconds has generated uncertainty. However, for Dohmke does not see in them a threat to the future as a developer, but an opportunity to multiply capabilities.
Github Copilot or Chatgpt does not eliminate the need to understand how a program works. Rather, They free you from the most repetitive work and allow you to focus on building, designing and solving more complex problems.
Today, with a few well -formulated instructions, you can create from scratch a website, a basic app or even the outline of a video game. Artificial intelligence acts as an extension of your skills, but continues to require your criteria, your vision and your management capacity.
Program with AI: the new way of building projects
The programming has not died, but is changing, and adapting to this change is what will mark the place of people in the new ecosystem. Instead of writing each line of code manually, now it is about knowing how to correctly raise the problem, structure and supervise the work of automated tools.
Thanks to this evolution, It is no longer necessary to have large equipment to launch ambitious technological products. Even a small group of programmers, or a single person well equipped with AI tools, can give life to projects that just a few years ago would have required many resources.
Currently, Numerous startups are the best example of this trend: Companies capable of achieving success with very small equipment, relying on the efficiency provided by artificial intelligence. This implies that the key is not to compete against machines or automated systems, but to know how to work with them.
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If you have ever thought about learning to program, it is now one of the best moments to do so and take advantage of everything you have available. This is what Thomas Dohmke assures it, which stands out how The learning curve has been significantly reduced.
Before, face the world of programming might seem an intimidating challenge, but today, thanks to the help of AI, it is easier to write your first lines of code, build prototypes or experiment with ideas.
This career no longer consists only of memorizing programming languages or dominating frameworks. It’s about knowing what you want to build, how do you want me to work and how to guide the tools you have at your disposal. AI does not replace your creativity or your ability to innovate. Multiplyaccording to the CEO of Github.
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