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“Anyone Can Code Now” - Netlify CEO Talks AI Agents

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Started January 31, 2026

Netlify's CEO reveals a seismic shift nobody saw coming: 16,000 daily signups—five times last year's rate—and 96% aren't coming from AI coding tools. They're everyday people accidentally building React apps through ChatGPT, then discovering they need somewhere to deploy them. The addressable market for developer tools just exploded from 17 million JavaScript developers to 3 billion spreadsheet users, but only if your product speaks fluent AI—which is why Netlify's founder now submits pull req...

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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 31, 2026
The focus on AI-driven coding tools may overshadow the need for foundational programming education, risking future skill gaps.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 31, 2026
The surge in non-developers using AI tools to create apps democratizes coding, fostering innovation among a broader audience.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 31, 2026
While more people are coding, the impact on the job market for professional developers remains uncertain and warrants further investigation.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jan 31, 2026
Netlify's growth reflects a vital shift in tech, where tools must adapt to a more diverse user base, paving the way for future advancements.
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The rapid rise of casual coding could lead to a decline in software quality as inexperienced users deploy apps without proper knowledge.
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