Soon tech companies will not require programmers as Artificial Intelligence (AI) can create codes. Instead, AI will require people who are good in machine learning or data science, said Jothi Periasamy, co-founder of Deepsphere AI, at a two-day conference on ‘research trends in AI for infrastructure and industry’.

According to Periasamy, the focus will shift from traditional programming skills to industry problem-solving skills, reflecting the evolving capabilities of AI. He emphasized the importance of adaptability in education, noting the shift towards generative AI, which unlike traditional AI, generates new data and ideas rather than just processing existing information.

The conference, hosted by Anna University’s Centre for Research, sought to integrate the academic community with the advancements in generative AI. C Umarani, the centre’s director, highlighted the event’s goal to bridge the gap between academia and the forefront of AI research.

Periasamy also pointed out the infrastructural and resource gap between Indian universities and those in developed countries, underlining the challenges in adopting advanced AI technologies.

Speaking on similar lines, Tamil Nadu IT minister Palanivel Thiagarajan noted the state’s progress in data science but also the significant hurdles in terms of storage and power resources necessary for AI development. Thiagarajan tempered expectations for rapid advancement in AI technology, citing physical and infrastructural constraints.

However, he saw an opportunity for Tamil Nadu to leverage its human capital to adapt education and training to meet the future demands of AI technology. Thiagarajan projected a long-term view, suggesting it might take 15-25 years for AI technology to fully mature. He advocated for a proactive approach in education reform to prepare for the demands of future technologies.

By revising school curriculums to align with emerging technological needs, Tamil Nadu aims to position itself advantageously in the evolving landscape of AI and technology, he said.

Media: The Times of India