Technical Review of my Book Generative AI in Software Engineering: A Book About a Transforming Discipline
The book Generative AI in Software Engineering , edited by yours truly (José Alfonso Aguilar-Calderón), has finally been published. And no, it’s not just another book full of empty promises about “the future of artificial intelligence,” but a serious, comprehensive, and practical exploration of how generative AI is transforming every corner of software engineering. This project began with a simple but persistent question I kept hearing in academic discussions, classrooms, and even casual conversations with colleagues: Can generative AI change the way we program? This book answers yes—and it brings solid arguments and real-world examples to support that claim. What makes this book different? This book doesn’t stay in the purely academic or overly technical sphere. Instead, it strikes a balance between theory, historical context, practical application, and critical reflection. It’s ideal for those of us who live at the intersection of engineering, teaching, and hands-...
