Zoho CEO Warns Developers: AI Will Automate Major Portions of Coding Jobs

CHENNAI – Zoho CEO Sridhar Vembu has issued a stark warning to the tech community: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly evolving and is set to automate significant aspects of software development, including writing, deploying, and debugging code.

Vembu stressed that this development serves as a wake-up call for developers, coders, and IT engineers. As AI tools become increasingly sophisticated, professionals in the technology field must continuously update and adapt their skillsets to remain relevant and competitive.

“We’re entering a new era where AI can generate code better than many junior developers. Those who fail to evolve risk being left behind,” he noted.

This shift doesn't signify the end of software careers, but rather a transformation of roles. There will be growing demand for individuals who can guide AI tools, build systems around them, ensure security, and deliver strategic insights beyond basic code writing.

The message is clear: embrace AI, upskill continuously, or risk obsolescence in a fast-moving digital world.