1、Understanding Generative AI in the Professional IT LandscapeAuthorsNiklas Humble,Postdocsa Cajander,ProfessorMats Daniels,ProfessorLars-ke Nordn,Associate ProfessorSofia Ouhbi,Associate ProfessorUppsala UniversityDepartment of Information TechnologyProject EDU-AIAFA Frskring(220244)2025-09-09Table o
2、f Content1 Introduction 12 Background 22.1 What is generative AI?2.2 What is professional IT landscape?3 Results 53.1 Generative AI for IT professionals3.2 Generative AI in HCI3.3 Generative AI and sustainability3.4 AI-integrated tools and Flow4 Discussion 104.1 Adoption Patterns4.2 Advantages4.3 Ch
3、allenges4.4 Competence Requirements5 Conclusion 13References 14Appendices 15Appendix 1:Study on generative AI for IT professionalsAppendix 2:Study on generative AI in HCIAppendix 3:Study on generative AI and sustainabilityAppendix 4:Study on IT professionals Flow with AIThe EDU-AI project encompasse
4、s multiple research studies aimed at:Examining adoption patterns.Identifying advantages.Uncovering challenges.Defining the essential competency requirements for the effective use of generative AI technologies.In an era defined by rapid technological advancements,generative Artificial Intelligence(AI
5、)has emerged as a transformative force within the IT industry.The deployment of generative AI(GAI)technologies offers opportunities for innovation,efficiency,and creativity.However,it simultaneously raises critical questions regarding the preparedness and adaptation of IT professionals to harness th
6、ese tools effectively.In the EDU-AI project(Adapting Computing Education for an AI-Driven Future:Empirical Insights and Guidelines for Integrating Generative AI into Curriculum and Practice),we investigate the application of generative AI by IT professionals.The primary objective in this report is t