India emerges as the fastest-growing market for GitHub, surpassing even the United States in developer growth. In an exclusive interview with Moneycontrol, CEO Thomas Dohmke sheds light on India’s burgeoning developer community and its potential to lead the world in Artificial Intelligence (AI) innovation.
India’s Developer Landscape: With over 15.4 million developers actively building on GitHub, India demonstrates a remarkable 33 percent growth, propelled by a burgeoning pool of computer science and engineering students. This surge underscores India’s pivotal role in shaping the global tech ecosystem.
Outpacing the US: Despite the US currently holding the top spot with approximately 21 million developers, Dohmke predicts India’s imminent dominance, foreseeing a potential overtake by 2027. He attributes this projection to India’s robust pipeline of computer science graduates and the rising prowess of its developer community.
AI and India’s Ascendancy: Dohmke envisions India’s convergence of the world’s largest developer population with AI as a catalyst for economic prosperity. This synergy holds the promise of catapulting India to a leadership position in AI innovation, fostering a fertile ground for creativity and entrepreneurship.
GitHub’s AI Endeavors: GitHub’s integration of AI, exemplified by tools like Copilot, underscores its commitment to enhancing the developer experience. These AI-driven innovations, ranging from code completion to natural language-powered coding, empower developers globally, transcending language barriers.
GitHub’s Impact in India: GitHub Copilot, with 1.8 million paid subscribers globally, finds resonance among Indian tech giants like Cognizant, Infosys, MakeMyTrip, and Paytm. Its partnership with Infosys to establish the first GitHub Center of Excellence exemplifies a concerted effort to accelerate software development processes.
Empowering Developers: Industry leaders testify to the transformative impact of GitHub Copilot on productivity and software quality. Cognizant, with 35,000 developers trained on Copilot, attests to its efficacy in expediting software delivery and fostering innovation.
Innovation Beyond Borders: GitHub Copilot’s influence extends beyond corporate realms to initiatives like the Open Healthcare Network’s CARE software. Leveraging Copilot, these initiatives drive impactful solutions, such as the 10BedICU Project, revolutionizing healthcare delivery in rural India.
Resilience and Collaboration: Despite past organizational shifts, GitHub remains steadfast in its commitment to India’s developer community. Dohmke underscores Microsoft’s partnership in product development, ensuring a continued collaboration with Indian engineers.
