TED Talks Daily With AI, anyone can be a coder now | Thomas Dohmke
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May 23, 2024 
Thomas Dohmke, CEO of GitHub, reveals how AI is revolutionizing coding, making it accessible to everyone. He showcases the groundbreaking Copilot Workspace, where you can code simply by speaking. This innovation transforms software development into a creative process akin to building with LEGO. Dohmke discusses how tools like ChatGPT bridge barriers for aspiring coders, empowering creativity while emphasizing the vital role of human ingenuity in programming. Tune in for a captivating exploration of the future of tech and coding!
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Lego Love
- Thomas Dohmke, GitHub's CEO, loves playing with Lego and builds them with his kids.
- He appreciates Lego's accessibility and how it fosters creativity without barriers.
Coding's Barrier to Entry
- GitHub aims to simplify software development, making it easier for everyone to build ideas with code.
- Coding, unlike Lego, can feel daunting to most people, creating a barrier to entry.
Language Model Breakthrough
- Language models like ChatGPT have revolutionized software creation by bridging the gap between human and machine language.
- Creating software previously required specialized knowledge of complex machine code, resembling hieroglyphics.