NewzMicrosoft has addressed student concerns regarding the value of learning to code in the age of artificial intelligence, stating via Microsoft Learn on X that the skill is worth pursuing "now more than ever" despite AI generating a growing portion of software.
The reassurance comes amid significant shifts in software development driven by automation. According to industry leaders, AI already produces up to 30 percent of Microsoft's code, while Google reports an even higher figure of 75 percent. Rather than rendering the skill obsolete, the nature of coding is viewed as having shifted.
This debate highlights the evolving role of traditional programming as generative AI tools increasingly assist or handle software creation. The response from Microsoft emphasizes that foundational coding skills remain critical for the future workforce.
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