Is Coding Relevant in 2026?

Still wondering if coding is “over” in the age of AI? In this episode of RagTech, Natasha, Saloni, and Victoria unpack one of the biggest questions in tech right now: Is coding still relevant in 2026, or are we moving into something bigger? From real-world hiring shifts to DevOps, prompt engineering, system design, and AI app security, this is an honest conversation about where software work is heading next, and what skills will actually matter in the years ahead. We also share a special milestone with you: RagTech won ✨Best Podcast Award ✨ at the Youth Creator Awards by Scape. Thank you for being part of this journey with us 🙏🙏 If you are a student, junior developer, career switcher, founder, or working professional trying to stay relevant in an AI-first world, this episode is for you. 👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments: What do you think will matter more in 2026: coding skill, engineering thinking, or AI fluency? ✨Follow us on our socials! Website: https://ragtechdev.com/ Instagram:   / ragtechdev   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1KfM9JT... More Links: https://linktr.ee/ragtechdev Timestamps: [00:00:00] Introduction and some good news! [00:03:52] Is coding still relevant in 2026? [00:06:42] Understanding DevOps and AI infrastructure [00:12:02] Coding as a basic global requirement [00:19:01] Language agnostic learning and AI tools [00:22:07] New horizons for AI app developers [00:28:13] Risks for non-technical users and production [00:34:41] Closing remarks and future resources