Addy Osmani • 1/5/2026

The Next Two Years of Software Engineering

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The article examines the future of software engineering, analyzing how AI coding agents and economic shifts are reshaping hiring, especially for junior developers. It presents contrasting scenarios for 2026, discussing whether AI will automate entry-level jobs or create new 'AI-native' roles across industries, and explores the long-term implications for the talent pipeline.

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