Replit CEO Amjad Masad has predicted that AI will drastically reduce software development costs, potentially ending the Software as a Service (SaaS) era. Speaking at a Y Combinator event, Masad emphasized Replit's goal of creating an ideal environment for AI, which could enable anyone to become the next Satoshi Nakamoto. He presented a five-level roadmap for AI evolution and highlighted a case where a non-technical employee used AI to develop a custom tool in just three days. Masad envisions a future where companies function similarly to open-source projects, with individuals able to summon developers—whether human or AI—on demand, akin to hailing a ride. This shift could democratize software development, making it accessible to a broader range of innovators.