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AI Is Now a Must-Have Skill for Developers, Says JetBrains

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October 22, 2025

AI Is Now a Must-Have Skill for Developers, Says JetBrains

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Recent JetBrains A new report from takes a deep dive into the state of software development and the message is clear: AI is no longer optional. It’s now a key part of a developer’s everyday toolkit. The JetBrains Developer Ecosystem Survey 2025, based on insights from over 24,500 developers worldwide, shows an industry rapidly adapting to new tools, challenges, and expectations.

AI Becomes a Daily Companion

According to the survey, 85% of developers now use AI tools in their daily coding work. For many, these tools have become essential -62% rely on at least one AI coding assistant or agent.

Why the quick adoption? Simply because AI saves time. Nearly nine out of ten developers say they save at least an hour a week with AI, and for one in five, the time saved adds up to a full workday or more.

It’s no surprise, then, that 68% of developers believe AI skills will soon be a standard job requirement in tech.

Not Everyone Is On Board

Still, about 15% of developers haven’t yet adopted AI tools. Some cite security risks, others question the quality of AI-generated code, and a few simply prefer working the traditional way.

This divide reflects the broader uncertainty around AI’s growing influence. While 29% feel hopeful and 22% are excited, others admit to feeling unsure or anxious about what it means for the future of their profession.

What Developers Trust AI With - and What They Don’t

Developers are happy to let AI handle routine tasks like writing repetitive code, generating documentation, or searching for information. But when it comes to creative or complex work, like debugging or designing core application logic, most still prefer to stay in control.

Their main concerns are clear:

AI’s inconsistent code quality

Its limited understanding of large or complex projects

Security and privacy risks

And the fear that over-reliance could weaken their own coding skills over time

Changing Landscape of Programming Languages

The survey also paints an interesting picture of programming trends. TypeScript continues its incredible rise, while Rust, Go, and Kotlin keep attracting new users. Meanwhile, older languages like PHP, Ruby, and Objective C are slowly fading in popularity. When it comes to learning goals, developers are most eager to pick up Go (11%) and Rust (10%) next. Interestingly, niche languages can still pay off only 2% of developers use Scala, but 38% of the highest-paid developers list it as their primary language.

Productivity Redefined

Perhaps the most human insight from the report is how developers now define productivity. Gone are the days when performance was judged solely by technical output. Today, 89% of developers say that non technical factors like good communication, clear job roles, and supportive management have a huge impact on how productive they are. However, there’s still a gap between how developers see their work and how it’s measured. Two-thirds say the current evaluation systems don’t reflect their real contributions.

The Human Side of Coding

The survey also reveals that the developer experience varies around the world. In Japan, 57% describe the job market as favorable,while in Canada, 66% find it challenging. Junior developers feel this most 61% say breaking into the industry is tough.
Yet, despite the pressures, developers remain deeply passionate about their craft. More than half still code for fun outside of work. And in a lighthearted finding one thing hasn’t changed at all over the years: developers love dogs just as much as they love cats.

AI is changing software development faster than ever. It’s saving time, reshaping skills, and redefining what it means to be productive. But behind all the new tools and technologies, one thing remains constant developers’ creativity, curiosity, and love for what they do