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Why AI hasn’t replaced software engineers, and won’t
Arvind Narayanan and Sayash Kapoor argue that AI won't cause mass layoffs in software engineering or other professions. They cite evidence that even in software, a field highly susceptible to AI disruption, job losses haven't materialized. You should consider the regulatory and societal factors that protect jobs from automation. The authors conclude that AI is unlikely to replace software engineers due to these factors.
Key takeaways
- AI hasn't caused mass layoffs in software engineering despite high susceptibility to automation.
- Regulatory and societal factors protect jobs from automation.
- Other professions likely have similar protections.