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Can AI do the work of a Junior developer?
Today an AI can already do 31% of this job. What’s left takes judgment, team context, and reading what never shows up on the ticket.
It is not an estimate of how many people will lose their work.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Junior developer
31%↓
AI or a robot can already do 31% of this job.
#30 / 103
View rankingJunior developer
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Write, analyze, review, and rewrite programs, using workflow chart and diagram, and applying knowledge of computer capabilities, subject matter, and symbolic logic.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 13% | 48% | +6.2 |
Write, update, and maintain computer programs or software packages to handle specific jobs such as tracking inventory, storing or retrieving data, or controlling other equipment.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Correct errors by making appropriate changes and rechecking the program to ensure that the desired results are produced.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Perform or direct revision, repair, or expansion of existing programs to increase operating efficiency or adapt to new requirements.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 12% | +1.1 |
Conduct trial runs of programs and software applications to be sure they will produce the desired information and that the instructions are correct.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Consult with managerial, engineering, and technical personnel to clarify program intent, identify problems, and suggest changes.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Develop Web sites.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Compile and write documentation of program development and subsequent revisions, inserting comments in the coded instructions so others can understand the program.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 55% | +3.3 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 30% | 28% | +8.4 |
| Total | 100% | 31% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- write code
- programming
- software development
- coding
- debug code
- computer programming
- decentralized application frameworks
- blockchain openness
- software components libraries
- ICT debugging tools
Sources for this job· O*NET 15-1251.00· ESCO/ISCO 2512
IS WORK OVER?
Executive chef
19%
#91 / 103
View rankingExecutive chef
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Menus, dish sheets and food cost.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 18% | 38% | +6.8 |
Orders, suppliers and waste.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
Pass, plating and service pace.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 20% | 10% | +2 |
Lead the brigade, shifts and conflicts.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
Cook on the line and correct doneness.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 16% | 15% | +2.4 |
Hygiene, audits and the house’s name.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 14% | 12% | +1.7 |
| Total | 100% | 19% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- cook
- mise en place
- dishes
- bake
- Menus, dish sheets and food cost
- Orders, suppliers and waste
- Pass, plating and service pace
- Lead the brigade, shifts and conflicts
- Cook on the line and correct doneness
- Hygiene, audits and the house’s name
Sources for this job· O*NET 35-1011.00· ESCO/ISCO 3434