The Impact of Generative AI on Technologists’ Work
Generative AI (GenAI) is revolutionizing the way we work together, but what about the impact on the work of technologists building GenAI-capable applications or working with the tools? While GenAI is democratizing business process redesign and reshaping workflows for various roles, the effects on software development and technology work are still being explored.
According to industry leaders and experts, GenAI’s impact on software development doesn’t seem to match the miracles presented for business roles. Experienced developers may find rough edges in GenAI tools, which are currently targeted more towards individuals rather than teams. Practices like agile, scrum, and DevOps, which rely heavily on teamwork, may not see significant promise from AI yet.
Ed Macosky, Chief Product and Technology Officer at Boomi, emphasizes the need to fully explore the collaborative effects of AI, as well as define explicit AI policies to address data sovereignty, security, and regulation concerns. Building dependencies on AI can lead to specialized developer experiences and potential risks if not managed properly.
Despite the challenges, experts remain optimistic about the long-term impact of GenAI on technologists’ work. Naveen Kamat, VP and CTO for Kyndryl, believes AI can enhance collaboration within DevOps teams and improve the monitoring of deployed code for better performance and user experience.
Incorporating AI into collaborative processes can boost productivity by streamlining project development and enhancing mutual understanding between technical and non-technical staff. Ultimately, the goal for AI is to seamlessly integrate into existing processes and tools, making adoption easier for technologists.
As GenAI continues to evolve, technologists must navigate the potential benefits and challenges it brings to their work. By staying informed and adapting to the changing landscape of AI technology, they can harness its power to drive innovation and efficiency in their roles.