Why do we need coders and programmers? Can't computers do this better?

 

That’s a great question—and a very common one 👍

 The short answer is that, despite their power, computers do not know what to do unless they are told to by humans. That’s why coders and programmers are still essential.

 The following is a clear breakdown

1. Computers lack comprehension or goals. Computers:

 Follow instructions * Perform calculations quickly * Adhere strictly to the guidelines.  They do not

 Understand real-world problems

 Decide what is important

 Be aware of human needs and ethics. Programmers "translate human problems into computer-readable instructions.

 2. Someone must design the logic

 Before a computer can “do things better,” someone has to decide:

What problem are we trying to solve?    What should take place in order?   What if something goes wrong?

 Example:

 Although a programmer determined what "add" means and how it ought to function, a calculator can perfectly add numbers.

3. Even AI is made by programmers

 AI and automation may look like computers coding themselves, but:

 The algorithms are made by humans.   Humans choose the data

 Humans set limits and rules

 AI can help programmers, but it cannot take the place of human judgment, creativity, or accountability. 

4. Humans handle creativity and context

Things that computers cannot: Coders bring: * Creativity (websites, apps, games) * Context (culture, language, emotions)

 A computer won't ask, "Is this safe?"   due to ethical considerations (what should and shouldn't be built) or "Is this fair?" * A person must. ---

5. Programmers correct, improve, and modify real-world systems regularly: New user needs

New technologies

Bugs and security threats

Programmers:

Errors in debug * Improve performance

 Adapt software to new situations

An easy analogy 🧠 **Programmer** = Architect + Teacher

A worker who works quickly is referred to as a "computer."  A worker who is not given instructions does nothing.

Bottom line

We need coders and programmers because:

Automation necessitates human guidance.  Technology must serve people, not the other way around.  Humans make decisions while computers perform.  I can explain this to you from a student's point of view, a job/future of work angle

or by utilizing "real-world examples" like mobile apps or games