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Time of India
23-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
AI may turn legacy codebases into liabilities: Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu
The foundations of modern software development may be under threat as generative artificial intelligence evolves rapidly, according to Sridhar Vembu , founder of software-as-a-service company (SaaS) Zoho . In a series of posts on social media platform X, Vembu said that large, existing codebases, long considered prized assets, could soon become burdens. 'If AI makes us 100x productive, why not rewrite the whole thing with AI help?' Vembu asked, highlighting a potential shift in enterprise software strategy. With generative AI tools now able to write new code at high velocity, companies may find it more efficient to start from scratch rather than maintain legacy systems. — svembu (@svembu) This view counters a common concern in the tech industry that AI is currently poor at navigating complex, existing code structures. Vembu acknowledged the limitation but suggested it will not last. 'It is not there yet, but perhaps not for long,' he said. 'Viewed that way, large existing codebases may no longer be assets,' he said. 'They may be liabilities.' He pointed to AI-powered tools such as Zoho Creator and Google AI Studio, which are now capable of building standard CRUD (create, read, update, delete) applications with minimal human input. Having recently stepped back from his role as chief executive officer to focus on research, Vembu has been vocal about AI's growing role in software development. He has predicted that generative AI could eventually handle up to 90% of coding tasks, especially boilerplate code that consumes much of a developer's time. However, he noted that essential complexity, such as innovative and creative work, would still require human input. Discover the stories of your interest Blockchain 5 Stories Cyber-safety 7 Stories Fintech 9 Stories E-comm 9 Stories ML 8 Stories Edtech 6 Stories The Zoho founder warned developers not to count on high salaries or long-term job security. As AI reshapes the software development landscape, he urged the industry to stay vigilant or risk becoming obsolete.
Mint
15-05-2025
- Business
- Mint
Mint Explainer: Vibe coding—the developer's latest buzzword
Last week, OpenAI agreed to acquire AI-based coding startup Windsurf for $3 billion—underlining just how prominent the 'vibe coding" trend has become, especially among startups targeting enterprise software. In India, too, the space is buzzing with activity as young firms rush to build intuitive, AI-powered developer tools. But are enterprises buying in? Mint explains. What is vibe coding? Vibe coding is an emerging programming philosophy that blends artificial intelligence with traditional development, offering developers a more intuitive, prompt-driven experience. Unlike earlier low-code/no-code (LCNC) tools that often eliminate the need for coding altogether, vibe coding retains the power of full-stack programming while simplifying workflows through AI suggestions, code generation, and task automation. This allows developers to engage more intuitively with code, leveraging AI support rather than having to architect everything from scratch. 'It's useful for internal systems and workflows that need rapid iteration," said Poorvi Vijay, principal at Elevation Capital, an early-stage investment firm. 'Just as Canva speeds up design, AI tools are doing the same for coding—faster, easier, and less dependent on specialized professionals." How is it different from low-code or no-code platforms? Low-code/no-code platforms like Zoho Creator have traditionally enabled developers to build applications using drag-and-drop interfaces or prebuilt modules. Vibe coding, by contrast, targets developers by enhancing the coding experience itself, marking a shift in philosophy from fiddling with mechanics to focusing purely on outcomes. Zoho, too, recently embraced vibe coding, updating its Creator platform with AI to allow enterprise users to simply describe in natural language the kind of app they want to build. 'The abstraction capability should be like computer graphics in a good movie—you shouldn't know where there are graphics," said Bharath Kumar, head of marketing at the multinational technology company. Also read | Mint Explainer: Microsoft's new chip and a quantum leap for computing Startups like TableSprint Technologies and Dhiwise are using AI to speed up app development without removing code entirely. Surat-based DhiWise converts UI designs into backend-ready code via simple prompts. TableSprint helps both tech and non-tech users build apps collaboratively without relying solely on engineers. 'AI tools are shifting development tasks from experienced engineers to even interns. Right now, all tools are saying that they are empowering the developers but in a nutshell, they are replacing them," said Vishal Virani, chief executive of DhiWise. TableSprint aims to bridge the gap between technical and non-technical users," said co-founder Nagasanthosh Josyula. 'Much of the development is now expected from citizen developers." Who are the investors putting money into the vibe coding space? Globally, the vibe coding space is drawing attention from high-profile investors. If OpenAI finalises a deal to acquire Windsurf for about $3 billion, it would be the ChatGPT maker's largest acquisition to date, signaling a push into the vibe coding space. In India, TableSprint has raised $1 million from BlueLotus Ventures, TDV Partners, and DGC Ventures. DhiWise has raised $9.5 million from Accel and India Quotient. Funding into India's no-code AI space peaked in 2022 at $55.2 million, dropped to $5.7 million the following year, and rebounded to $27.2 million in 2024, per Tracxn data. Are enterprises excited? Not quite. At least not yet. Experts agree that while these no-code and vibe coding tools are excellent for prototyping, they fall short for enterprise-grade adoption. Integration into complex architectures, compliance requirements, and maintainability concerns will likely limit large-scale production deployments in the near term. 'Low-code and no-code tools face limits with compute-heavy, real-time, or highly customized software—think financial systems or critical infrastructure—where performance and control matter," said Sivaramakrishnan R. Guruvayur, senior research fellow at the Centre for Responsible AI at the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras. Also read | Mint Explainer: What will happen if the US restricts chip supply to India? 'The use for enterprise applications remains questionable. In the enterprise space, non-technical users are rarely using LCNC tools directly. AI copilots may assist, but debugging, security, and deployment still require technical knowledge," added Akash Jain, director at Gartner, a technology consulting firm. How large is this market, and can it make software developers redundant? The Indian LCNC market is projected to grow tenfold—from $400 million in 2020-21 to $4 billion this financial year, according to Nasscom. Globally, the adoption of AI tools is narrowing the skill gap between junior and mid-level engineers. In some cases, junior developer roles may be automated altogether. That said, vibe coding isn't intending to eliminate developers, but could reshape how they work. These tools promise faster turnaround, reduced dependency on senior talent, and improved collaboration between tech and non-tech users. Still, concerns around interoperability remain. Many of these platforms are siloed, and frequent changes in third-party systems can force developers to rewrite large chunks of code. Zoho, for instance, has chosen not to price AI capabilities separately for now despite rising compute costs. 'We believe that AI is an integral part of the app… we wouldn't want to price it separately," said Zoho's Kumar. Also read | Mint Explainer: DeepSeek's lean AI and India's AI future
TECHx
05-05-2025
- Business
- TECHx
Zoho Creator Adds Advanced AI Tools for Faster App Building
Home » Emerging technologies » Artificial Intelligence » Zoho Creator Adds Advanced AI Tools for Faster App Building Zoho Corp., a global technology company, has launched new AI-powered features in its low-code platform, Zoho Creator. The update aims to make AI more accessible for businesses in the MENA region. The newly introduced CoCreator is an AI assistant within Zoho Creator. It helps users build applications faster, more easily, and more intelligently. Powered by Zia, Zoho's AI engine, CoCreator speeds up development without needing extra subscriptions or add-ons. These updates reflect Zoho's goal to provide real-time, practical, and secure AI tools for business users. The generative AI features allow both developers and non-technical users to turn ideas into production-ready apps. Users can input ideas using: Natural language prompts (text or voice) Process diagrams Technical documentation The system then suggests relevant data fields and modules to speed up deployment. It also enhances existing apps by recommending fields based on context. Hyther Nizam, President MEA and VP of Products at Zoho, said the update builds on the company's long-standing mission. Since Zoho Creator launched in 2006, the focus has been on simplifying app development without reducing functionality. 'Despite limited IT talent in the region, our platform has enabled thousands of apps. AI now lets us go further—bringing ideas to life faster and with deep capabilities, at no added cost,' he said. The update also offers new features for professional developers. These include prompt-based code generation and optimization tailored to app structure. This reduces manual work and maintains architectural integrity. Another feature, AI-powered data cleansing, transforms unstructured inputs from various sources into clean, structured data formats. A soon-to-launch AI Skills feature will allow users to automate workflows using natural language commands. Users can also deploy custom AI models for: OCR (Optical Character Recognition) Predictive analytics Object detection Zoho Creator supports Arabic, helping regional users build apps easily. Its drag-and-drop tools, strong customization, and third-party integrations make app development fast and flexible. With these additions, Zoho Creator strengthens its role in solving business challenges, improving efficiency, and enabling innovation for MENA enterprises.
Daily Tribune
05-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Tribune
Building Apps with Text or Voice: Zoho Creator Empowers MENA Low-Code Developers with Slew of AI Tools
Zoho Corp., a leading global technology company, today launched a number of advanced AI-powered features in its low-code app development platform, Zoho Creator, as part of its ongoing efforts to make AI accessible to MENA businesses. Newly-launched CoCreator is an AI assistant within Zoho Creator which enable faster, simpler, and smarter app creation. Powered by Zia, Zoho's AI assistant, CoCreator reduces time-to-market and empowers existing users of all skill levels to build applications—without needing additional subscriptions or add-ons. This expansion reflects Zoho's ongoing commitment to building AI capabilities that deliver real-time, practical, and secure value to business users. The platform's latest generative AI features enable business users and developers alike to convert abstract business ideas—expressed through natural language prompts via text or voice, process diagrams, or technical documentation—into production-ready business applications. The system automatically recommends industry-optimised data fields and functional modules to accelerate solution deployment. "Since Creator's introduction in 2006, the focus has been on simplifying and speeding up the app development process without sacrificing functionality. Despite the limited IT talent pool in the MENA, our platform has enabled many users—IT and non-technical professionals— across the region to launch thousands of apps successfully,' said Hyther Nizam, President Middle East and Africa (MEA) and Vice President of Products at Zoho. "AI allows us to take it to another level, shortening the time from an idea to an app. This update raises the baseline on speed of quality app creation with deep capabilities, without adding costs," Nizam added. The new features also include intelligent AI prompt-based app component generation with contextual field recommendations for enhancing existing applications. This proprietary functionality addresses a critical gap in current low-code platforms. For professional developers, the solution also offers prompt-based contextual code generation and optimisation tailored to application requirements and structure, significantly reducing manual programming efforts while maintaining architectural integrity. Further, the AI-powered data cleansing and modelling feature automatically normalises unstructured inputs from diverse sources into structured, application-optimised formats. The AI Skills feature, which will soon be live, will enable users to utilise natural language commands for orchestrating complex workflows, thereby intelligently automating everyday processes and enhancing productivity. Lastly, users can also deploy custom AI models for capabilities like OCR, prediction, and object detection. Zoho Creator offers support for an Arabic user interface, empowering businesses and developers in the region to build applications with ease. The platform's intuitive drag-and-drop functionality, deep customisation capabilities, and seamless interoperability with Zoho and third-party apps enable both professional and citizen developers to create powerful solutions faster. By streamlining complex workflows and providing advanced low-code flexibility, Zoho Creator helps organisations solve operational challenges, drive efficiency, and foster innovation—all while maintaining enterprise-grade scalability.
Zawya
05-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Building Apps with Text or Voice: Zoho Creator empowers MENA Low-Code Developers with Slew of AI Tools
Cairo: Zoho Corp., a leading global technology company, today launched a number of advanced AI-powered features in its low-code app development platform, Zoho Creator, as part of its ongoing efforts to make AI accessible to MENA businesses. Newly-launched CoCreator is an AI assistant within Zoho Creator which enable faster, simpler, and smarter app creation. Powered by Zia, Zoho's AI assistant, CoCreator reduces time-to-market and empowers existing users of all skill levels to build applications—without needing additional subscriptions or add-ons. This expansion reflects Zoho's ongoing commitment to building AI capabilities that deliver real-time, practical, and secure value to business users. The platform's latest generative AI features enable business users and developers alike to convert abstract business ideas—expressed through natural language prompts via text or voice, process diagrams, or technical documentation—into production-ready business applications. The system automatically recommends industry-optimised data fields and functional modules to accelerate solution deployment. "Since Creator's introduction in 2006, the focus has been on simplifying and speeding up the app development process without sacrificing functionality. Despite the limited IT talent pool in the MENA, our platform has enabled many users—IT and non-technical professionals— across the region to launch thousands of apps successfully,' said Hyther Nizam, President Middle East and Africa (MEA) and Vice President of Products at Zoho. "AI allows us to take it to another level, shortening the time from an idea to an app. This update raises the baseline on speed of quality app creation with deep capabilities, without adding costs," Nizam added. The new features also include intelligent AI prompt-based app component generation with contextual field recommendations for enhancing existing applications. This proprietary functionality addresses a critical gap in current low-code platforms. For professional developers, the solution also offers prompt-based contextual code generation and optimisation tailored to application requirements and structure, significantly reducing manual programming efforts while maintaining architectural integrity. Further, the AI-powered data cleansing and modelling feature automatically normalises unstructured inputs from diverse sources into structured, application-optimised formats. The AI Skills feature, which will soon be live, will enable users to utilise natural language commands for orchestrating complex workflows, thereby intelligently automating everyday processes and enhancing productivity. Lastly, users can also deploy custom AI models for capabilities like OCR, prediction, and object detection. Zoho Creator offers support for an Arabic user interface, empowering businesses and developers in the region to build applications with ease. The platform's intuitive drag-and-drop functionality, deep customisation capabilities, and seamless interoperability with Zoho and third-party apps enable both professional and citizen developers to create powerful solutions faster. By streamlining complex workflows and providing advanced low-code flexibility, Zoho Creator helps organisations solve operational challenges, drive efficiency, and foster innovation—all while maintaining enterprise-grade scalability.
