How Software Development Is Changing & How Developers Can Stay Relevant
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming software development, automating tasks that once consumed hours of a developer's time and is fundamentally changing how software is designed, built, tested, and maintained. So how are developers going to save their jobs from AI?
In this podcast Dave Erickson and his technically savvy co-host Botond Seres are going to explore how software development is evolving in the age of AI; and how technology professionals can adapt in order to remain relevant with our guest James Edgell, Founder of SoftEXIT.
James is a technology entrepreneur, software developer, and business leader who has spent years helping organizations build, scale, and modernize software solutions, all while navigating the constantly changing technology landscape.
He is the Founder of SoftEXIT, a configurable business application platform for building CRM systems, databases, dashboards, reports, workflows and custom business applications without traditional software development.
Throughout his career, James has witnessed multiple waves of technological disruption from traditional software engineering through cloud computing, automation, and now the rise of AI assisted development.
His expertise spans software architecture, application development, business strategy, developer productivity, and technology transformation giving him a unique perspective on how the role of software developers is changing and where new opportunities are emerging.
Timeline Summary:
00:00 Intro: How AI is transforming software development and developer careers
02:21 What led you into a technology career?
03:44 How did your experience with AI begin?
05:34 What challenges do developers face as AI changes software development?
07:42 Is hand coding really dead, and where is the line?
13:38 Is AI coding a magic wand or still real work?
18:05 How should developers stay relevant if coding is changing?
23:39 How should companies balance developer costs versus AI token costs?
27:35 What parts of software development are AI not replacing?
30:11 What new skills will developers need in the AI era?
36:01 What practical steps should developers take to remain valuable?
41:33 How important are AI governance, architecture, and data design?
49:41 What is SoftExit, and why was it created?
56:08 Which AI coding tools should developers consider using?
58:44 What is the future of coding and software development?
1:00:15 Outro: Staying relevant and developing new skills in the AI age
If you have questions for our Podcast Hosts or Guest, you can reach them here:
Dave Erickson = https://www.linkedin.com/in/daveerickson1/
Botond Seres = https://www.linkedin.com/in/botondseres/
GUEST: James Edgell = https://www.linkedin.com/in/jedgell/
Website = http://www.softexit.com
In this podcast Dave Erickson and his technically savvy co-host Botond Seres are going to explore how software development is evolving in the age of AI; and how technology professionals can adapt in order to remain relevant with our guest James Edgell, Founder of SoftEXIT.
James is a technology entrepreneur, software developer, and business leader who has spent years helping organizations build, scale, and modernize software solutions, all while navigating the constantly changing technology landscape.
He is the Founder of SoftEXIT, a configurable business application platform for building CRM systems, databases, dashboards, reports, workflows and custom business applications without traditional software development.
Throughout his career, James has witnessed multiple waves of technological disruption from traditional software engineering through cloud computing, automation, and now the rise of AI assisted development.
His expertise spans software architecture, application development, business strategy, developer productivity, and technology transformation giving him a unique perspective on how the role of software developers is changing and where new opportunities are emerging.
Timeline Summary:
00:00 Intro: How AI is transforming software development and developer careers
02:21 What led you into a technology career?
03:44 How did your experience with AI begin?
05:34 What challenges do developers face as AI changes software development?
07:42 Is hand coding really dead, and where is the line?
13:38 Is AI coding a magic wand or still real work?
18:05 How should developers stay relevant if coding is changing?
23:39 How should companies balance developer costs versus AI token costs?
27:35 What parts of software development are AI not replacing?
30:11 What new skills will developers need in the AI era?
36:01 What practical steps should developers take to remain valuable?
41:33 How important are AI governance, architecture, and data design?
49:41 What is SoftExit, and why was it created?
56:08 Which AI coding tools should developers consider using?
58:44 What is the future of coding and software development?
1:00:15 Outro: Staying relevant and developing new skills in the AI age
If you have questions for our Podcast Hosts or Guest, you can reach them here:
Dave Erickson = https://www.linkedin.com/in/daveerickson1/
Botond Seres = https://www.linkedin.com/in/botondseres/
GUEST: James Edgell = https://www.linkedin.com/in/jedgell/
Website = http://www.softexit.com
Creators and Guests
Host
Dave Erickson
Dave Erickson has 30 years of very diverse business experience covering marketing, sales, branding, licensing, publishing, software development, contract electronics manufacturing, PR, social media, advertising, SEO, SEM, and international business. A serial entrepreneur, he has started and owned businesses in the USA and Europe, as well as doing extensive business in Asia, and even finding time to serve on the board of directors for the Association of Internet Professionals. Prior to ScreamingBox, he was a primary partner in building the Fatal1ty gaming brand and licensing program; and ran an internet marketing company he founded in 2002, whose clients include Gunthy-Ranker, Qualcomm, Goldline, and Tigertext.
Guest
James Edgell
James is a technology entrepreneur, software developer, and business leader who has spent years helping organizations build, scale, and modernize software solutions, all while navigating the constantly changing technology landscape. He is the Founder of SoftEXIT, a configurable business application platform for building CRM systems, databases, dashboards, reports, workflows and custom business applications without traditional software development. Throughout his career, James has witnessed multiple waves of technological disruption from traditional software engineering through cloud computing, automation, and now the rise of AI assisted development. His expertise spans software architecture, application development, business strategy, developer productivity, and technology transformation giving him a unique perspective on how the role of software developers is changing and where new opportunities are emerging.
