After 20 Years in Software, AI Made Me Rethink What My Job Actually Is

A 20-year software engineer found that using AI in their development process changed their job from learning new technologies to solving problems and making architectural decisions. This shift allowed them to focus on the project's needs rather than traditional learning methods. The engineer discovered that AI helped with code generation, but the decision-making process remained their responsibility. This approach enabled them to build a project, OToolbox, with a new technology stack in a short amount of time. The experience taught the engineer to rethink their role and focus on problem-solving.