When will computers outthink humans to a point where programmers won't be necessary? [View all]

I understand that today most users are able to get things done without needing a programmer, using templates and social networking options.

But I still think software developers play an important role in making these systems evolve, and compete with one another.

Google says computers will literally out-think people in 18 years. That is, they'll have equal 'thinking' capability. We'll be able to hold conversations with them, ask them to do things, just like each other. Does anyone else wonder when computers will do the coding for us so well that we won't be needed at all?

I guess I'm asking because I'm thinking of the lifecycle of projects I'm working on and how far out I should plan them based on current architectural strategies.