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Large language models seemed obviously poised to make software development even simpler and even faster.
Anthropic's Claude Code Opus 4.5 enabled fully functional code generation from simple prompts in late 2025.
KEY POINTS
- AI coding tools have triggered mass layoffs in Silicon Valley, with companies citing increased productivity.
- The term 'vibe coding' describes non-coders using AI to create working software prototypes via prompting.
- Anthropic and OpenAI are planning IPOs in 2026, driven by explosive AI coding tool revenue growth.
- Major AI companies are moving to restrict third-party access, pushing users into their own closed ecosystems.
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