I recently had a conversation with a friend who shared that their team experienced a reduction in staff when two members were let go. This wasn't part of a large-scale layoff, but rather a quiet shift where the remaining team members had their workloads redistributed to "AI-assisted workflows" instead of hiring new people. It got me thinking about the impact of AI on job roles and whether it's genuinely easing workloads or just a way for companies to justify cuts. I’m curious if anyone else has seen similar situations in their workplaces. Has AI actually helped reduce your workload, or has it just increased expectations? From what I've gathered, many people are feeling the pressure to absorb more work without additional hires, and it seems like the trend is leaning towards heightened workloads rather than relief. Some comments I read echoed this sentiment, noting that AI tools often lead to more work rather than less. For instance, one developer mentioned their workload was reduced by 90% thanks to AI, while others pointed out that the AI tools sometimes fail to deliver consistent results, leading to frustration. It seems like there’s a mix of experiences out there. While some find AI helpful for tasks like meeting summaries, others feel overwhelmed as new tools add complexity instead of simplifying their roles. I can’t help but wonder if this is a temporary phase or if we’re witnessing a permanent shift in how teams are structured and staffed.