Are Programmers Becoming Obsolete?

Something big is happening in the tech world. More and more businesses are turning to AI tools to build their websites, apps, and digital products. From small online stores to large corporations, everyone's discovering they can create complex software without a full programming team. The tools are getting so good that even non-programmers can use them!

And this is having a huge impact on the job market. According to O'Reilly's latest report, demand for traditional programming skills is dropping fast. Python skills saw a 5.3% decline, while Java plummeted by 13% in 2024. Meanwhile, AI programming tools and skills? They're exploding in popularity.

As we move deeper into 2025, this trend is likely to accelerate. More businesses are realizing they can build and maintain their digital presence with fewer programmers, thanks to AI. And with AI tools getting smarter every month, this shift could reshape the entire tech industry.

Let's take a peek at what's driving this massive change…

What's Really Happening With AI And Programming

The tech world has changed dramatically in the last few years. AI got a massive upgrade - from basic code completion to actually understanding and writing complex code. 

Tools like ChatGPT learned to code by studying millions of programs. GitHub Copilot got so good it can now write entire functions just by reading your comments.

How This Impacts Your Business

AI revolution. Just a year ago, getting a custom website feature or building an app meant hiring expensive developers or agencies. Now? You can use AI to build a website with fancy features, create basic apps, or build internal tools at a fraction of the cost.

And if you already have a small in-house development team, the possibilities become way bigger. Because they can get a week’s worth of tasks done in a day.

It's like giving your developers superpowers. Teams that used to handle 3-4 projects at a time can now manage 10-15 projects, all while delivering faster results to your clients. By using AI to:

• Write basic code faster

• Solve common programming problems instantly

• Create and test new features in record time

Programmers Are Not Going Obsolete — As Long As They Learn To Use AI As A Tool

Programmers who add AI skills to their toolbox are becoming super valuable. The data shows huge spikes in demand for skills like:

* Prompt engineering 

* AI principles 

* Generative AI

This means one thing: the future belongs to programmers who know how to work with AI!

The Best AI Programming Tools As Of Today

GitHub Copilot is leading the pack. It's like having an AI programming assistant that helps write better code faster. Plus, it's perfect for both beginners and pros. There's a reason why demand for it has quadrupled the past few months!

Ready To Level Up Your Business Or Programming Career? 

Check out our the upcoming AI For Business Virtual Summit 2025 this January 22 and the Real360 mastermind, where we'll show you step-by-step how to use these amazing AI tools to build websites, apps, and more - whether you're a business owner or a programmer looking to stay ahead.