Stefan Schmidt

Stefan Schmidt, a seasoned CTO coach and author of 'The Amazing CTO's Missing Manual,' discusses the real reasons behind tech layoffs, pinpointing a shortage of fresh ideas, not AI efficiency. He stresses the need for AI-ready architecture to unlock productivity gains and highlights the emerging opportunities for junior developers in this AI-driven landscape. Moreover, Stefan challenges the myth of vibe coding and shares strategies for balancing executive expectations with realistic AI adoption plans, urging developers to focus on higher-level decision-making and reskilling.