Perplexity AI CEO Aravind Srinivas backs viral post saying AI is pulling computer science back to maths and physics
Published on: March 15, 2026, 11:21 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times
Artificial intelligence is changing software engineering. Large language models are handling routine coding tasks. This shift brings computer science closer to its mathematical and physics roots. Experts predict AI will soon manage most current software engineering work. This evolution impacts education, with a focus now on logical reasoning over syntax. The role of a software engineer is transforming.
