Develop Yourself #239 - Is Learning to Code Still Worth It? An Senior Developer's Perspective
May 15, 2025
The podcast dives into the future of coding careers amidst fears of job automation. It confronts the skeptics, emphasizing the ongoing demand for skilled developers. Personal stories reveal the intricate nature of programming and the importance of maintaining codebases. Listeners learn about the resilience coding offers in an evolving job market, along with the vast opportunities and earning potential it provides. The episode also underscores the importance of supporting junior developers as the industry adapts to change.
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Chris's Question Sparks Reflection
- Chris, a 21-year-old student, felt overwhelmed balancing college and coding courses and asked why learning to code is still worth it.
- This question made Brian reflect deeply on the career and the value of coding today.
Limits of AI in Coding
- AI tools assist coding but struggle with complex, evolving codebases and business logic.
- Juniors should be cautious trusting AI-generated code as it may be inaccurate or poor quality.
More Code Means More Developers
- More code being written means more maintenance and thus more developers are needed.
- Developer job openings are currently at a two-year high, contradicting saturation claims.