Still, many are keeping their guard up. Only 24% say they trust AI outputs “a lot”, showing that while the tools are popular, they’re not fully trusted. Developers see AI as a helpful sidekick — great for cutting repetitive work like boilerplate code — but not a replacement for human judgment. The human touch in problem-solving and design still matters, maybe now more than ever.

Interestingly, developers don’t feel threatened by AI. Instead, they believe their expertise is still valued and necessary. The survey makes it clear: AI might be doing the busywork, but developers still drive the big ideas, oversight, and creative problem-solving. In other words, AI is changing how work is done — but not what it means to be a developer.

The survey also points to a big takeaway for companies: AI works best in strong, well-organized teams. In workplaces with poor systems or weak communication, AI can actually highlight the cracks instead of fixing them. For businesses, the message is simple — if you want AI to boost your teams, you’ll need the right culture and processes in place. Otherwise, AI might just make the mess louder.