From Coders to Creators: AI CEO Foresees the Rise of ‘Builders’

Goodbye Developers, Hello Builders

A paradigm shift is underway in the world of software engineering, according to Mohamed “Sid” SIddeek, the CEO of AI startup Builder.ai. He believes the tech industry is on the cusp of a major identity transformation—where traditional software developers will be redefined as “builders.” In an interview with Business Insider, Siddeek argued that with the advancement of low-code and AI-driven tooling, the barriers to creating software are falling. As a result, the people behind new tech products won’t just be coders, but multidimensional builders with varied backgrounds and accessible tools.

AI as the Great Equalizer

Siddeek’s vision stems from the notion that AI will democratize software development, empowering non-engineers to bring their ideas to life. He likens the coming transition to the way smartphones enabled millions to participate in the digital economy without sophisticated technical knowledge. Builder.ai’s platform is leading by example—allowing customers to create fully functioning apps by describing their goals rather than writing code. In this new world, the definition of who can innovate shifts, decentralizing tech creation from elite programmers to a broader, more inclusive talent pool.