Bill Gates, the co-founder of Microsoft, was a guest on Nikhil Kamath’s podcast series “People by WTF.” During the episode, Gates discussed a variety of topics, from his early days at Microsoft to the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on different industries.
Gates expressed his belief that AI will not replace software engineers in the near future and instead emphasized its potential to revolutionize fields like education. He argued that AI can help make jobs more productive rather than replace them. Gates acknowledged that there are concerns about AI taking away jobs from software engineers but dismissed these worries as “alarmist,” reassuring that software engineers will still be needed despite advancements in AI technology.
While predicting the long-term impact of AI is not an exact science, Gates believed it was unlikely within the next two decades. He acknowledged that India has made significant contributions to technology and highlighted the intelligence of IT graduates from the country. However, he also recognized that India still faces challenges such as poverty and a backlogged legal system. Gates suggested that making the legal system more efficient could greatly improve justice systems in India.
Overall, Gates’ discussion with Nikhil Kamath provided insights into his views on AI, software engineering, and how technology can positively impact various industries such as education and justice systems.