The evolution of programming languages has led to higher abstractions, allowing for easier coding, but the artistry and design in software development remain crucial.

The future of programming will involve a more effortless translation of ideas into software, reducing the need for detailed coding.

The role of an engineer is shifting from being a coder to becoming an architect, focusing more on high-level design and problem-solving rather than routine implementation.

Being an engineer will increasingly feel like being a logic designer, emphasizing the specification of intent over traditional coding skills.

The first computer programmers worked with machine code and punch cards, which is vastly different from today's software engineering roles. The evolution of programming has led to better tools that allow humans to operate at a higher level, rather than just writing code.

In the future, we may see a shift towards on-demand custom software, where users interact with AI to generate specific code solutions tailored to their needs, resulting in ephemeral programs that solve immediate problems. There will also be a demand for smart individuals who can effectively manage AI coding tools, and if we label them as software engineers, that's acceptable, but the nature of the job will be significantly different.

As AI tools handle more low-level programming tasks, the role of software designers will increasingly focus on higher-level design, making software design more important than ever.

The future of software development education may shift towards understanding higher-level abstractions and problem-solving, while classical computer science education focuses on foundational concepts like assembly language and how processors work, rather than just the latest technologies.

The future of programming may involve a hybrid approach where AI assists in generating code while developers maintain control over the implementation details.