Nikhil Swaminathan, Head of Product at Kiro IDE, and Richard Threlkeld, Principal Engineer at Kiro IDE, dive into the realm of spec-driven development. They discuss how this methodology shifts focus from code writing to understanding system behavior, aiding in code maintenance. The duo emphasizes the importance of composable documents for better collaboration and refactoring. They also highlight the evolution of specifications, the role of AI in enhancing team communication, and the benefits of test-driven development in software projects.