Summary & Key Takeaways ​

• Laurie Voss observes that the cost of writing code has significantly decreased.
• He predicts that the costs of reviewing, fixing, and operating code will also follow this trend.
• The remaining core challenge in software development will be precisely defining user needs.
• Crafting pleasant and effective user experiences will become the primary focus of the job.

Our Commentary ​

This quote from Laurie Voss really resonates with me. We've been seeing the writing on the wall for a while, but to have it articulated so clearly – that the "whole job" becomes understanding people and making things pleasant – is a powerful thought. It makes me wonder what "developer experience" will even mean in five years.