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Software Engineers Are DOOMED! - AI Has Come For Their Jobs..

Apr 17, 2024

An AI tool named Devin can write entire apps and fix code autonomously, impacting software engineers. Cognition Labs developers demo Devin completing projects and fixing issues in large repos. Software engineers at Cognition refer to themselves as 'Human Software Engineers'.

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AI tools like Devin can autonomously write entire apps and fix code issues in large repositories efficiently.

Software engineers can collaborate with AI tools like Devin to enhance productivity and skills, forming a symbiotic relationship that augments rather than replaces human expertise.

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AI's Potential in Software Development

AI, exemplified by tools like Devin from Cognition Labs, showcases exceptional capabilities in automating tasks and resolving complex issues within large repositories swiftly. While AI excels at automating repetitive tasks and freeing engineers to focus on broader aspects like designing systems and ensuring user-centric software, it currently lacks the innovative capacity that human ingenuity brings. Devin's strength lies in established patterns, contrasting with human developers who bring irreplaceable creativity and empathy essential for revolutionary software creation.

Introduction

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AI's Impact on Software Engineers and the Role of Human Ingenuity

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Exploring the Future of AI in Software Development

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Software Engineers Are DOOMED! - AI Has Come For Their Jobs..

“Devin,” an AI tool that generates production-ready code.

And it’s mind-blowing.

Unlike other coding AI copilots, Devin can actually write entire apps on its own and not just autocompleting tasks. Perhaps, its most striking feature is its ability to fix code issues autonomously.

In a demo by a Cognition Labs developer, an Upwork post prompted Devin to autonomously complete the entire project. What really impressed me is that Devin can fix issues in large repos and deploy in seconds.

Also, I love how software engineers at Cognition refer to themselves as “Human Software Engineers.”

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