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Birgitta Böckeler

Distinguished engineer at ThoughtWorks and one of the hosts of the podcast.

Top 5 podcasts with Birgitta Böckeler

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170 snips
Apr 2, 2025 • 37min

We need to talk about vibe coding

Join Birgitta Böckeler, an AI for Software Delivery Lead, and Lilly Ryan, a Cybersecurity Principal, as they explore the intriguing concept of 'vibe coding.' They discuss how this emerging practice suggests relying on intuition and AI tools over traditional coding standards. The conversation touches on the balance between innovation and the need for oversight, as well as the complexities of version control in coding. Personal anecdotes enrich their insights on the evolving landscape of software development and the role of AI in shaping coding practices.
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Aug 21, 2025 • 41min

Context engineering: Tackling legacy systems with generative AI

Birgitta Böckeler, a distinguished engineer and generative AI expert, and Chandirasekar Thiagarajan, a seasoned tech principal with retail experience, dive into legacy modernization. They discuss how generative AI can reverse engineer aging systems without full access to code, revolutionizing the process. The conversation includes practical applications of tools like Playwright for user journey analysis and data-driven insights to reconstruct application logic. They also highlight challenges of decompiling legacy binaries and the need for careful risk management when using AI.
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May 5, 2025 • 42min

How To Improve the Quality of the Gen AI-Generated Code And Your Team’s Dynamics

Birgitta Böckeler, Thoughtworks’ Global Lead for AI Assisted Software Delivery, dives into the transformative potential of generative AI in coding. She discusses how to enhance code quality by providing better context and emphasizes the evolving dynamics within tech teams. The conversation covers the balance between human oversight and AI capabilities, the risks of automated code generation, and the importance of mentorship for junior developers. Birgitta also highlights the necessity for robust security practices in navigating the AI landscape.
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55 snips
Sep 26, 2025 • 50min

Navigating AI Development Workflows 🛠 — with Birgitta Böckeler

In this engaging discussion, Birgitta Böckeler, a distinguished engineer and global lead for AI-assisted software delivery at ThoughtWorks, delves into optimizing AI in development workflows. She shares insights on preferred AI workflows and the pros of using diverse tools. Birgitta highlights how successful teams combine critical thinking and experimentation. The impact of AI on both junior and senior engineers is explored, with a focus on mentorship and adapting learning strategies. Additionally, she discusses risk management and the role of documentation in AI integration.
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Apr 17, 2025 • 39min

Themes in Technology Radar Vol.32

Neal Ford and Birgitta Böckeler, both members of the Doppler team at ThoughtWorks, dive into the intriguing findings of the latest Technology Radar. They discuss the rise of supervised agents in coding, emphasizing the balance needed between AI assistance and code quality. The conversation also covers the evolving landscape of observability in applications using large language models and the vital role of Retrieval-Augmented Generation in enhancing AI accuracy, all while strategizing how to navigate the rapid advancements in technology.

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