Django co-creator Simon Willison predicts the emergence of a "dark factory" era in software development, where AI-driven automation handles the entire coding process without human intervention. Drawing an analogy from automated manufacturing, Willison suggests that if machines can operate reliably without human oversight, there is no need for "lights on" monitoring. As AI tools increasingly take over complex programming tasks, the role of human developers may shift from writing code to merely providing creative direction. This evolution raises significant questions about the future of the global workforce and the potential for widespread displacement in the tech industry.
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