Software Abundance: Nader Dabit Says AI Is Creating Unprecedented Opportunities for Engineers
rseroter · x · 2026-08-05
In a Substack essay titled "Software Abundance," Nader Dabit shares his optimistic outlook on the software industry and job market. Reflecting on the past eight months, he has swung from pessimism to extreme optimism. He notes that Opus 4.5 in November 2025 signaled the end of traditional coding identities, but the industry is booming: engineers and companies that embrace AI are thriving, while those clinging to old roles struggle. He highlights Jevons paradox as real in software: AI lowers costs, increasing demand and creating more opportunities. He urges engineers to embrace AI and broaden their skills to seize the new era.
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