Measuring the Self-Reported Impact of Early-2026 AI on Technical Worker Productivity
A survey of 349 technical workers shows they self-report a 1.4 to 2 times increase in work value due to AI tools, with a median speed increase of 3 times. Respondents also project further gains, estimating a 2.5 times value increase by March 2027, but results may be overstated, particularly among METR staff.
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