Computer Programmers
Of the 11 tasks studied for Computer Programmers, 5 (45%) are in the Automation Green Light zone, AI can largely do them and workers want it. Across all tasks, workers want about 55% automated. The typical task scores 2.92/5 for worker desire and 3.86/5 for AI capability.
All 11 tasks, most-wanted first
Compile and write documentation of program development and subsequent revisions, inserting comments in the coded instructions so others can understand the program.
Green Lightwant 3.63 · AI 4.67Investigate whether networks, workstations, the central processing unit of the system, or peripheral equipment are responding to a program's instructions.
Green Lightwant 3.4 · AI 5Write, update, and maintain computer programs or software packages to handle specific jobs such as tracking inventory, storing or retrieving data, or controlling other equipment.
Green Lightwant 3.11 · AI 4.5Write, analyze, review, and rewrite programs, using workflow chart and diagram, and applying knowledge of computer capabilities, subject matter, and symbolic logic.
Green Lightwant 3.1 · AI 3.5Prepare detailed workflow charts and diagrams that describe input, output, and logical operation, and convert them into a series of instructions coded in a computer language.
Green Lightwant 3 · AI 5Correct errors by making appropriate changes and rechecking the program to ensure that the desired results are produced.
R&D Opportunitywant 3 · AI 3Write or contribute to instructions or manuals to guide end users.
Red Lightwant 2.8 · AI 4Develop Web sites.
Red Lightwant 2.67 · AI 4Perform systems analysis and programming tasks to maintain and control the use of computer systems software as a systems programmer.
Red Lightwant 2.63 · AI 3.5Perform or direct revision, repair, or expansion of existing programs to increase operating efficiency or adapt to new requirements.
Low Prioritywant 2.5 · AI 3Assign, coordinate, and review work and activities of programming personnel.
Low Prioritywant 2.33 · AI 2.33