I know it’s a bit controversial, but AI Pair Programming tools like GitHub Copilot are definitely something to be aware of. Editor’s note: I originally wrote and recorded this June 2024. A LOT has changed. AI is not going to solve all your problems or put you out of a job just yet, but it is changing the way that knowledge workers- like developers- should approach their jobs.
I think of it as having a really junior level developer around who can sometimes type faster than me. The code isn’t always the best, but once you start learning what it is good for, you’ll definitely save your fingers from a bit of typing.
The downside is, I am worried about what it means when there are no humans in junior developer roles. Education and mentorship is more important than ever.
In this video, I give some examples of what AI tools are good for, and why you still need to keep your brain engaged in critical thought when you use them.
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