But does that mean AI can replace software developers? Or can someone become a developer without knowing how to code? This is a hype-versus reality ...

Artificial intelligence assistants like Anthropic's Claude, once viewed with skepticism, have become indispensable software development tools.

From desktop publishing and computer software to social media apps and video games, no program comes from thin air. Someone has to build them, and that person is known as a software developer.

Programming skills are always in demand, but with artificial intelligence, people will have to adapt their approach to writing code.