David Waltcher

FirstMark colleague. Asked to pull this presentation together for the CTO summit and talks about the trends that have demarked the last two decades in the world of developers.

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Jul 3, 2025 • 50min

AI Engineering Revolution: Winners, Chaos & What’s Next | FirstMark

David Waltcher, a colleague at FirstMark, shares insights on the seismic shifts brought by generative AI in engineering. He discusses how tools like GitHub Copilot are transforming coding practices for millions of developers. Waltcher highlights that while AI boosts productivity by 30-50%, it introduces new security vulnerabilities and complicates traditional QA processes. He notes the rising demand for skills like code review and emphasizes the parallels between today's AI advancements and historical innovations, urging CTOs to rethink team dynamics in this evolving landscape.

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