> I don't understand what problem AI is supposed to solve in software development.

When Russians invaded Germany during WWII, some of them (who had never seen a toilet) thought that toilets were advanced potato washing machines, and were rightfully pissed when their potatoes were flushed away and didn't come back.

Sounds like you're feeling a similar frustration with your problem.

I don't really see where that comparison is relevant.

Why is AI supposed to be good?

Russians invading Ukraine had some, let's say interesting, reactions to modernities like toilets and washing machines