I once had a university professor in my computer science class ask the class to guess how many lines of code the average developer writes per day. Most of us guessed in the hundreds. The real answer? Fewer than 10. That answer stuck with me, not because of the exact number, but because it highlights a fundamental truth: more code doesn’t mean better code. The best developers don’t just write code—they craft solutions that are concise, maintainable, and scalable. And with the rise of AI-powered tools, this gap between good and great developers will only grow.
In many professions, the difference between good and great is incremental. A great plumber might fix pipes twice as fast as a good plumber. But in software development, a great developer can produce 5x or even 10x the impact of an average one. They do this through better architecture, smarter problem-solving, and the ability to write concise, maintainable, and scalable code.
However, many companies make the mistake of shopping for technical services based solely on price. Hiring cheaper but less experienced developers often leads to bloated, inefficient code that costs more in maintenance and refactoring later on.
With AI-powered tools, the efficiency and productivity of developers will increase dramatically. AI removes the manual parts of development—boilerplate code, debugging assistance, and even code suggestions—allowing developers to focus on design, architecture, and problem-solving.
But this doesn’t mean AI replaces expertise. The best developers will still be the ones who can architect solutions, conduct deep code reviews, and troubleshoot complex issues. AI enhances their skills rather than replacing them. The developers who embrace and master AI tools will outpace those who don’t, making the already wide gap between good and great developers even bigger.
If your company wants high-quality, scalable, and efficient software, choosing the right development partner is critical. At Redfig, we understand the importance of expertise and the role AI plays in the future of development. We leverage AI-powered tools and a team of highly skilled developers to ensure your software isn’t just built quickly, but built right.
Instead of focusing on cost alone, focus on impact—because in software, a few lines of great code are worth more than thousands of lines of mediocre code.