In this TechFirst we dive into a survey focused on how 4,000 software developers use AI to generate, test, and check code.

Justice Erolin, the CTO of BairesDev, recently surveyed over 4,000 developers globally. The goal: exploreing how AI tools like ChatGPT and GitHub Copilot are being utilized in software development.

He and host John Koetsier chat about how these tools are employed for code generation, scaffolding, and testing, and debates the potential over-reliance on AI and its impact on entry-level engineers.

They also highlight key findings from the survey, including surprising trends in AI tool preferences and the perceived productivity impacts. Gain deeper insights into the future of AI and its role in software development in this engaging discussion.

00:00 Introduction: Will AI Replace Developers?

00:47 AI in Code Generation: Benefits and Processes

02:16 Popular AI Tools Among Developers

08:17 Challenges and Cultural Shifts in AI Adoption

12:39 Future of AI in Development and Security

17:41 Impact of AI on Entry-Level Engineers

21:08 Conclusion: Surprising Survey Results