AI replacing us? Doubtful anytime soon but, there is something else to consider
First off, however interesting, entertaining, and buzzwordy AI is, I do not believe it will be replacing PLC programmers and techs anytime soon as there are too many tasks that require human intervention. However something I think we all should consider is that with AI replacing other people in the programming space there may be a flood of PLC programmers in the future. If that happens, expect a lot of competition in this field. Wages may decrease dramatically. A mediocre PLC programmer that will work for less money maybe a more viable financial investment to corporate bean counters than a very skilled one that requires more pay.