The Stack Overflow Podcast The new pair programming: an AI agent that cleans your code as you write
Oct 22, 2024
In this engaging discussion, Tariq Shaukat, CEO of Sonar and former leader at Google Cloud and Bumble, dives into the transformative impact of AI-generated code on software development. He shares insights on the 'clean as you code' philosophy, emphasizing tools like SonarQube that offer real-time feedback to enhance code quality. Tariq also tackles the misconceptions around generative AI, highlighting its role in reducing developer toil and fostering professional growth, all while maintaining a strong focus on security and quality.
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From Mechanical Engineering to Sonar
- Tariq Shaukat's early interest in technology began with a Texas Instruments TI-99 in the 80s.
- He later transitioned from mechanical engineering with a robotics focus to leadership roles at Google Cloud and Bumble before joining Sonar.
Sonar's Open-Source Beginnings
- Sonar originated 15 years ago as an open-source project by Olivier Gaudin, an engineering manager at JP Morgan.
- He aimed to create tools for developers to write high-quality, secure code, starting with Java analysis.
Sonar Adoption: Bottom-Up to Top-Down
- Sonar's adoption is often bottom-up, starting with individual developers or small teams using the open-source platform.
- It can later become top-down when CTOs or CIOs standardize on Sonar due to its existing developer familiarity.