Software Is Edging Closer to Obsolescence

The Podcast analyses an article by Greg Twemlow that discusses the potential impact of generative AI on the software industry, arguing that it could render traditional software obsolete. The author, Greg Twemlow, believes AI's ability to create custom solutions on the fly will make pre-built software redundant. He illustrates this by comparing AI's capabilities to those of earlier software innovations like word processors and APIs. Twemlow also highlights the potential economic fallout for software companies, warning that those unprepared for the shift may face obsolescence. However, he suggests that companies could adapt and integrate AI into their operations to remain relevant. The article concludes by discussing OpenAI's recent developments and their implications for the future of software development. Read the full article on Medium.About the Author - Greg Twemlow writes and teaches at the intersection of technology, education, and human judgment. He works with educators and businesses to make AI explainable and assessable in classrooms and boardrooms — to ensure AI users show their process and own their decisions. His cognition protocol, the Context & Critique Rule™, is built on a three-step process: Evidence → Cognition → Discernment — a bridge from what’s scattered to what’s chosen. Context & Critique → Accountable AI™. © 2025 Greg Twemlow. “Context & Critique → Accountable AI” and “Context & Critique Rule” are unregistered trademarks (™).