Generative models have evolved significantly, moving from basic attempts at generation to real-time applications that can create impressive outputs, such as artistic style transfer.

Developers are increasingly finding that a significant portion of their code is being generated by large language models, which raises questions about the future impact of these models on society.

Designers today can control the means of production through software and code, making it an interesting time for them to build companies and products.

In the future, foundational models may become highly specialized, such as models specifically designed for chip design or protein folding.

Models will get better at understanding and creating images, audio, and especially video, which will dramatically enhance how we interact with data.

AI coding models are evolving, allowing developers to engage in a back-and-forth dialogue to clarify specifications and improve coding workflows.

The role of designers will become more critical in the future, as they will need to integrate their understanding of user experience with technical capabilities.

As software becomes easier to build, design becomes more important, leading to an increase in the number of designers hired.

Design reviews, where multiple minds discuss and critique plans, can lead to better design outcomes and should be encouraged in both academic and industry settings. I believe design permeates the entire development process. You should always do at least a little bit of design upfront, even if it's not a waterfall method.