If AI Can Code, What’s Left for You to Do?

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Is AI taking over engineering? With ChatGPT writing applications and AI tools like Bolt, Cursor, Claude, and Warp reshaping how we code, many are wondering if software engineers are becoming obsolete.
The truth is, coding has always been just a small part of the job. The real value lies in communication, problem-solving, and writing clear specifications. As AI advances, engineers will look less like code typists and more like mini-CEOs, managing entire features and directing AI tools.
In this video, I’ll break down what engineers actually do beyond writing code, explore the rise of AI development tools like Bolt, Cursor, Claude, and Warp, and explain why specifications are becoming the new “source code.” We’ll also look at lessons from history, secretaries, offshoring fears, and now AI, and introduce a framework for understanding which jobs are safe, which are evolving, and what the most important skill is.


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⭐️About me
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I’m Jean—an ex-WhatsApp early engineer and Meta manager with over 20 years in tech. I was an early engineer at WhatsApp before its $19B acquisition by Meta, then led engineering teams at Meta, where I experienced firsthand how technology evolves and shapes the world.
Now, I’m on a mission to break down how AI is changing our careers, industries, and the future of work. AI will transform how we work, learn, and live, and many are overwhelmed by what this means—especially those without access or context.
No hype. No jargon. Just real-world insights for navigating AI and what’s next.


⏱️Timestamp:
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00:00 Is AI Taking Over Engineering?
01:21 The Power of Communication
02:38 AI Tools Spectrum
04:56 Lessons in History
06:25 Career Framework
08:41 The Challenge


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