Rob Mee

Rob Mee, CEO of Mechanical Orchard, and Rachel Laycock, CTO of Thoughtworks, discuss the challenges of modernizing mainframe systems using generative AI. They explore how their collaboration has led to innovative tools that simplify the complexity of legacy codebases. The conversation highlights the gradual approach required for effective modernization and the importance of skilled developers. They also emphasize the role of generative AI in identifying crucial data flows and creating reliable new code, prioritizing quality and maintainability throughout the process.