John Papa

Partner General Manager at Microsoft responsible for developer relations around coding and tools; former Disney principal technical architect with deep experience in developer tools, VS Code history, and engineering excellence.

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Oct 31, 2025 • 53min

AI, IDEs, Copilot & Critical Thinking

John Papa, Partner General Manager at Microsoft and former Disney architect, shares his journey in developer tools and the creation of VS Code. He discusses 'Agentic AI,' predicting a shift where developers become managers of AI agents, and warns about the risks of automation. John recounts cautionary tales from Disney, emphasizing the perils of skipping testing and the importance of human oversight. He challenges listeners to question the necessity of new AI features, leaving them with the thought: 'Who asked for that?'

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