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Engineers Fear Job Loss Amid AI Coding Revolution

6/13/2025

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In Kirkland, Washington, Steve Yegge witnesses the transformative power of AI as it effortlessly generates code for various projects. This surge in advanced coding models from companies like OpenAI sparks anxiety among engineers, who fear for their job security. The emergence of "vibe coding" adds to the uncertainty, leaving many to ponder the future of their profession.

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In Kirkland, Washington, Steve Yegge witnesses the transformative power of AI as it effortlessly generates code for various projects. This surge in advanced coding models from companies like OpenAI sparks anxiety among engineers, who fear for their job security. The emergence of "vibe coding" adds to the uncertainty, leaving many to ponder the future of their profession.