Prompt Engineering's Future for Developers - Is It the Next Programming Language?

This 44-minute InfoQ talk explores whether prompt engineering constitutes a genuine programming language or merely serves as a powerful tool. Delve into Hien Luu's analysis of prompt engineering's syntax, required expertise, and future impact on software development. Designed specifically for senior software developers, architects, and engineering leaders, the presentation examines the structural similarities and differences between prompt engineering and traditional coding, outlines the specialized knowledge needed for effective prompting, and forecasts the long-term implications for software development. Learn about emerging AI coding assistants, agentic AI, and understand the distinction between meta-prompts and meta-programming. A transcript is available on the InfoQ website for further reference.