#89: The Rise of the AI Engineer — Are Coders Becoming Directors?

AI agents are now writing, testing, and deploying code autonomously — and the ripple effects on the software engineering profession are profound. In this solo episode, The Change Dude digs into the data behind the shift: 92.6% of developers using AI tools, 41% of code now AI-assisted, and autonomous agents resolving over 80% of real-world GitHub issues without human intervention. But the deeper story isn't about AI replacing developers — it's about the emergence of a new kind of engineer: one who thinks less like a coder and more like a director. Packed with research from Stack Overflow, McKinsey, Gartner, Anthropic, and more, this episode is essential listening for developers, engineering leaders, and anyone building a team in 2026.--- Powered by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠OKOfy.com — Empowering SMEs across UK and Europe with Digital Transformation & AI⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ --- Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any organizations or employers mentioned. The content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional or legal advice.