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Does it still make sense to learn how to code?
TL;DR: The value of learning to code is shifting from writing code to understanding problems deeply and asking the right questions. AI is changing cost dynamics, making certain coding tasks cheaper, so focusing on problem-solving and requirements becomes the scarce skill.
The author reflects on three eras: first, learning to code with emphasis on thinking; then, the era of maintaining and evolving legacy code where reading and understanding code was the key skill; now, AI reduces the cost of coding tasks, shifting the scarce skill toward deep problem understanding. The takeaway is that young developers should prioritize defining requirements, identifying constraints, and evaluating trade-offs over just writing code. This reframes coding education around problem-solving and effective communication with stakeholders.
Question for the room: What problem-solving or requirement-design skills have you found most valuable to teach or learn today, beyond writing code?
— via dev.to
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