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Engineering Culture by InfoQ
The State of Software Engineering from an Academic Perspective
Feb 9, 2024
Martin Kropp, an expert in software engineering from an academic perspective, discusses the current state of software engineering covering topics such as AI, DevOps, automation, teamwork, diversity, ethics, remote work, and the shift from project to product focus. The podcast also explores the challenges in training software engineers, the stressfulness of the job, and the potential and limitations of AI tools in software engineering.
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- The impact of AI on the future of software development is still uncertain, with AI tools holding promise for improving the speed and quality of software development.
- Junior software engineers should focus on building quality into code, embrace remote work opportunities, and prioritize continual learning to adapt to an evolving field.
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Current State of Software Engineering
One major topic in software engineering is the use of AI for software development. The impact of AI on the future of software development is still uncertain. DevOps is another significant focus, especially from a practical perspective. The term DevSecOps is gaining importance, emphasizing the need to include security aspects in the software development process. Automation is crucial, and organizations are striving to automate processes, increase speed, and efficiency. However, improving software development processes and teamwork is equally important for successful automation. Diversity and inclusion, ethics, and remote work are emerging as important aspects in software engineering, and companies are putting efforts into addressing these areas.
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