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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.
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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?
Store manager
28%
#63 / 103
View rankingStore manager
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Provide customer service by greeting and assisting customers and responding to customer inquiries and complaints.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 13% | 28% | +3.6 |
Direct and supervise employees engaged in sales, inventory-taking, reconciling cash receipts, or in performing services for customers.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 22% | +1.8 |
Monitor sales activities to ensure that customers receive satisfactory service and quality goods.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Assign employees to specific duties.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Examine merchandise to ensure that it is correctly priced and displayed and that it functions as advertised.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Perform work activities of subordinates, such as cleaning and organizing shelves and displays and selling merchandise.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Instruct staff on how to handle difficult and complicated sales.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Establish credit policies and operating procedures.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 41% | 28% | +11.5 |
| Total | 100% | 28% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- sales activities
- employment law
- tobacco brands
- study sales levels of products
- set up pricing strategies
- order supplies
- manage budgets
- maintain relationship with customers
- manage staff
- use different communication channels
Sources for this job· O*NET 41-1011.00· ESCO/ISCO 1420