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The Swyx Mixtape
AI Engineering, Devin, and the Future of Software - swyx on Modern Web Podcast
Apr 17, 2024
Exploring the journey from software engineering to AI engineering, establishing AI engineering as an industry, importance of practical skills, role of 'rag stack', APIs in software development, co-generation in AI, Devin tool for developers, AI safety concerns, AI use cases for non-ML engineers
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- AI engineers specialize in working with the AI stack, distinct from ML engineers or researchers.
- AI tools like Devin can streamline code generation and project development for increased productivity.
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Sean Wang's Transition from Software Engineer to AI Engineer
Sean Wang discusses his journey from being a software engineer to becoming an AI engineer. He highlights the importance of evolving skills and adapting to new technologies. Wang emphasizes the shift from focusing on JavaScript frameworks to delving into the AI ecosystem, illustrating his personal growth in the tech industry.
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