The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source We're all Builders now (Interview)
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Jun 5, 2025 In this engaging conversation, Amanda Silver, Corporate VP at Microsoft, shares her expertise on developer tools like VS Code, TypeScript, and GitHub. She discusses how AI is revolutionizing coding practices, highlighting innovations announced at Build 2025. Amanda reflects on her journey within Microsoft, the importance of open-source collaboration, and how emerging editors like Windsurf are influencing the ecosystem. The discussion also delves into the future of AI agents in software development, promoting enhanced productivity and a shift in developer roles.
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Amanda Silver's Leadership Journey
- Amanda Silver shared her journey at Microsoft, starting in systems and API design before moving into management.
- She emphasized the importance of people in software development and maintaining personal integrity as a leader.
TypeScript's Open Source Strategy
- TypeScript was created to align internal Microsoft developers with the broader JavaScript ecosystem.
- Open sourcing TypeScript helped overcome community hostility toward Microsoft and gained adoption.
Manage AI Coding Complexity
- Design AI coding agents to limit cognitive load by controlling how much code they generate.
- Use both synchronous (agent mode) and asynchronous (coding agent) workflows tailored to developer preferences.