Evolution of Programming Languages and the Future of AI in Software Development

This chapter delves into the evolving landscape of programming languages, from low-level abstractions to natural language programming, emphasizing the importance of understanding computer architecture. The discussion explores the challenges and potential future impacts of AI technologies in translating human language into code, envisioning a future where programmers act more like product managers. Debates on the value of learning to code, the role of human intervention in data modeling, and the potential shift towards large language models (LLMs) writing code are also covered, speculating on the future of software companies with significantly fewer employees.