The 'AI is replacing engineers' narrative is mostly bullshit, and I'm tired of pretending otherwise

The article claims that the narrative of AI replacing engineers is exaggerated and often used as a cover for other reasons such as cost-cutting and investor signaling. Productivity data shows that AI tools can actually slow down experienced developers, contradicting the claim that AI makes them more efficient. CEOs use the AI narrative as a socially and financially cheaper explanation for layoffs, rather than admitting to over-hiring and changing market conditions.