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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?
Journalist
30%
#41 / 103
View rankingJournalist
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 commentaries, columns, or scripts, using computers.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Analyze and interpret news and information received from various sources to broadcast the information.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 48% | +3.4 |
Select material most pertinent to presentation, and organize this material into appropriate formats.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 22% | +1.3 |
Examine news items of local, national, and international significance to determine topics to address, or obtain assignments from editorial staff members.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Coordinate and serve as an anchor on news broadcast programs.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Gather information and develop perspectives about news subjects through research, interviews, observation, and experience.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 48% | +2.4 |
Present news stories, and introduce in-depth videotaped segments or live transmissions from on-the-scene reporters.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 22% | +1.1 |
Receive assignments or evaluate leads or tips to develop story ideas.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 4% | 28% | +1.1 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 55% | 28% | +15.4 |
| Total | 100% | 30% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- write news
- interview
- check sources
- search engines
- scientific research methodology
- proofread text
- consult information sources
- read articles
- search databases
- develop professional network
Sources for this job· O*NET 27-3023.00· ESCO/ISCO 2642