"Code was never the hard part" is an insult to all programmers
Summary
Senko Rašić argues that saying 'code was never the hard part' insults programmers by overlooking the skill, effort, and problem-solving involved in software development. The piece contends that coding remains hard and that AI-induced disruption requires developers to grow in understanding users, design, and business context while maintaining responsibility. It also offers practical guidance on thriving in a changing industry and suggests readings to deepen technical and product understanding.