The article discusses concerns about the potential obsolescence of developers due to AI advancements. Comments highlight the importance of human creativity and decision-making in architecture and system design, arguing that while AI can assist, it cannot wholly replace developers. Some points raised against the article include: - AI may improve system architecture but lacks the context and personal agency that human developers provide when deciding what to create. - Historical parallels are drawn to past predictions of obsolescence caused by WYSIWYG editors, stressing that while AI can aid, it introduces complexity that necessitates skilled developers to manage it. - The true strength of a developer is not just in coding but in system architecture and decision-making, which are less likely to be replaced. - Future predictions regarding AI replacing developers are uncertain, with suggestions that particular roles across various sectors could also face replacement. - The evolving nature of development comes with challenges regarding code maintenance, suggesting that code is often a liability rather than an asset and should be minimized where possible. - Organizational challenges, such as micromanagement and a lack of trust stemming from agile practices, could undermine productivity if not managed well. - Lastly, a point is made regarding AI tools lacking the ability to assertively challenge user requests, which is crucial for developing optimal solutions—something that human collaboration provides.