Large language models (LLMs) will be capable of writing binary code directly, bypassing traditional programming languages, with performance at least equivalent to code written using programming languages, by May 8, 2028.

The provided articles discuss the future relevance of coding and the longevity of languages like COBOL, with one expert suggesting coding might be a waste of time for future generations. However, they do not offer specific insights into current LLM capabilities for generating binary code directly or bypassing programming languages. The current state of LLMs shows strong capabilities in generating and debugging high-level code, but direct binary generation without intermediate languages is a significant leap.