The author explores the role of developers in the era of widespread artificial intelligence. The discussion focuses on whether AI can replace human professionals in critical fields such as software engineering, construction, and medicine.
A thought experiment compares two 100-story skyscrapers. The first was designed and built by humans according to modern standards and passed all regulatory inspections. The second was built entirely by AI without human specialists or regulatory approval.
The author suggests that people would choose the human-built building for long-term residence. A similar comparison is made regarding medical treatment, where the author argues that patients still prefer human doctors for final diagnoses and care.
The core argument is that current levels of trust in AI remain insufficient for high-stakes decisions. The author concludes that human oversight remains essential in fields where safety and accountability are paramount.
