Better Offline The Truth About Software Development with Carl Brown
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Jun 4, 2025 Carl Brown, a veteran software developer and host of The Internet of Bugs, dives into the gritty truths of software development. He discusses the gap between media perceptions and real-world challenges, particularly around coding LLMs. Carl emphasizes the importance of communication and problem-solving over just coding. He explains the issues of code quality and the dangers of over-reliance on AI in the industry. Finally, he shares insights on how the evolving landscape of AI could change workforce dynamics, highlighting the need for technical skills and leadership.
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Software Developer Time Breakdown
- Most software developer time isn't spent writing code but managing requirements and communication.
- Only about 10-25% of their work is actual coding, especially in senior roles.
LLMs Lack Long-Term Context
- Large language models (LLMs) fail to handle long-term software development needs.
- Software requires continuous, contextual buildup, beyond isolated code tasks LLMs can generate.
AI Duplication Causes Maintenance Nightmares
- AI-generated code often leads to duplicated, inconsistent implementations.
- This creates maintenance challenges because fixing bugs means searching many varied copies.