Is there demand for software developers in the current tech job market?

The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects that the demand for software developers will increase by 15% between 2024 and 2034. But that doesn’t mean software developer jobs are going to stay the same during that decade.

In fact, we can already see changes happening, and AI is a big reason why. The 2025 Stack Overflow Developer Survey makes it clear that AI tools are now firmly part of the developer workflow. Over 80% of developers now use AI tools, and many have leaned on them to learn new languages or techniques.

But only 3.1% of respondents say they “fully trust” AI solutions, and just 29% said they “somewhat trust” them. According to respondents, the main frustration is that solutions are “almost right, but not quite right,” which makes debugging challenging and time-consuming.

When challenges like these arise, developers turn to other people; 75% of respondents said they would ask another person for help when they don’t trust AI’s answers.

That’s why Tech Elevator emphasizes learning in community. During our beginner coding bootcamps, you’ll build problem-solving and communication skills that AI can’t duplicate. You’ll also learn how to use AI tools, including when to trust them, how to debug carefully, and when to lean on a teammate or mentor for insight and help. This will prepare you for a shifting software development landscape, in which new developers will be expected to use these tools effectively and efficiently.