AI-Driven Innovations in Software Engineering: A Review of Current Practices and Future Directions

The software engineering landscape is undergoing a significant transformation with the advent of artificial intelligence (AI). AI technologies are poised to redefine traditional software development practices, offering innovative solutions to long-standing challenges. This paper explores the integra...

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Main Authors: Mamdouh Alenezi, Mohammed Akour
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Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2025-01-01
Series:Applied Sciences
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/15/3/1344
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description The software engineering landscape is undergoing a significant transformation with the advent of artificial intelligence (AI). AI technologies are poised to redefine traditional software development practices, offering innovative solutions to long-standing challenges. This paper explores the integration of AI into software engineering processes, aiming to identify its impacts, benefits, and the challenges that accompany this paradigm shift. A comprehensive analysis of current AI applications in software engineering is conducted, supported by case studies and theoretical models. The study examines various phases of software development to assess where AI contributes most effectively. The integration of AI enhances productivity, improves code quality, and accelerates development cycles. Key areas of impact include automated code generation, intelligent debugging, predictive maintenance, and enhanced decision-making processes. AI is revolutionizing software engineering by introducing automation and intelligence into the development lifecycle. Embracing AI-driven tools and methodologies is essential for staying competitive in the evolving technological landscape.
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spelling doaj-art-66767c9acca94b59a8a53799f8b8a8ed2025-08-20T02:12:24ZengMDPI AGApplied Sciences2076-34172025-01-01153134410.3390/app15031344AI-Driven Innovations in Software Engineering: A Review of Current Practices and Future DirectionsMamdouh Alenezi0Mohammed Akour1The Saudi Technology and Security Comprehensive Control Company (Tahakom), Riyadh 12435, Saudi ArabiaCollege of Computer and Information Sciences, Prince Sultan University, Riyadh 12435, Saudi ArabiaThe software engineering landscape is undergoing a significant transformation with the advent of artificial intelligence (AI). AI technologies are poised to redefine traditional software development practices, offering innovative solutions to long-standing challenges. This paper explores the integration of AI into software engineering processes, aiming to identify its impacts, benefits, and the challenges that accompany this paradigm shift. A comprehensive analysis of current AI applications in software engineering is conducted, supported by case studies and theoretical models. The study examines various phases of software development to assess where AI contributes most effectively. The integration of AI enhances productivity, improves code quality, and accelerates development cycles. Key areas of impact include automated code generation, intelligent debugging, predictive maintenance, and enhanced decision-making processes. AI is revolutionizing software engineering by introducing automation and intelligence into the development lifecycle. Embracing AI-driven tools and methodologies is essential for staying competitive in the evolving technological landscape.https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/15/3/1344artificial intelligence (AI)software engineeringautomationsoftware development lifecycle
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artificial intelligence (AI)
software engineering
automation
software development lifecycle
title AI-Driven Innovations in Software Engineering: A Review of Current Practices and Future Directions
title_full AI-Driven Innovations in Software Engineering: A Review of Current Practices and Future Directions
title_fullStr AI-Driven Innovations in Software Engineering: A Review of Current Practices and Future Directions
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title_short AI-Driven Innovations in Software Engineering: A Review of Current Practices and Future Directions
title_sort ai driven innovations in software engineering a review of current practices and future directions
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software engineering
automation
software development lifecycle
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