When a problem can be solved mindlessly - with a repeatable set of steps no matter the situation - imperative/declarative programming makes sense.
Most real world situations are unique and require unique solutions. That's where AI really shines. You just describe your target, attempt to solve the problem, and pay attention to how far off you were from your target. The learning happens naturally.
Neural networks are too complex - sometimes billions of variables - to decide what each neuron should do. We as a species have evolved to develop brains that are extremely adaptable. AI mimics our own natural learning process. And it's proven to be far more effective at solving unique problems.
> [AI] has proven to be far more effective at solving unique problems
An extraordinary claim, I think. Source or evidence?
When you've built a product using only OpenAI, and not a programming language, come back and tell us.
While at it, come back and tell us when you've implemented a neural net using AI, and not a programming language, come back and tell us too.