Why AI hasn’t replaced software engineers, and won’t

· Sayash Kapoor · June 11, 2026, 2:46 a.m.
Summary
This blog post discusses the ongoing role of software engineers in an era of increasing AI technology. It argues that while AI has changed the landscape of coding, it has not replaced the need for human software engineers, emphasizing the importance of creativity and problem-solving that machines cannot replicate.
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