The AI Native Dev - from Copilot today to AI Native Software Development tomorrow

Join Anton Arhipov, a JetBrains advocate and IntelliJ power user, as he dives into the evolution of software development tools. Discover how IntelliJ responds to industry trends and the essential plugins every developer must know. Anton discusses the challenges of pull requests in the age of AI and how tools like ZeroTurnaround's Java reloading have transformed workflows. He also shares insights on balancing AI suggestions with developer control in coding practices, making it a must-listen for tech enthusiasts!

In this discussion, Josh Long, an original Spring developer, joins forces with Simon Maple to explore AI integration through Spring. They delve into why developers are gravitating towards Spring AI and its growing prominence in AI engineering. Listeners are treated to insights on building a digital assistant for dog adoption, with a humorous twist featuring the viral chihuahua, Prancer. The duo also tackles the integration of conversational memory in AI, enhancing user interactions, while sharing their experiences with PostgreSQL and AI workflows.

Ron Efroni, CEO of Flox and President of the NixOS Foundation, dives into the evolving landscape of AI in software development. He discusses Flox's role in optimizing reproducible environments and the concept of 'environment as code.' The conversation highlights challenges and solutions in containerization and AI integration, emphasizing the importance of adaptability in development. Efroni advocates for an open ecosystem that encourages innovation, while also addressing the balance between trust in AI systems and productivity enhancement.

Joe Holdcroft, a software developer known for creating a Tiny Town Simulator, joins Simon Maple to explore the wild world of coding chaos. They dive deep into integrating natural disasters like earthquakes and lightning into game simulations, discussing the unpredictable nature of AI-generated code. The duo shares their humorous trials with debugging and the joys of dynamic gameplay. Tune in for their insights on enhancing gaming experiences and the balancing act between creativity and systematic problem-solving in development!

In this lively discussion, Joe Holdcroft, an engineering manager at Tessl, and vibe coding challenge host Macey Baker dive into creating a tiny town simulator using AI dev tools. They tackle the fun yet chaotic task of rapidly prototyping while battling quirky bugs like infinite money glitches. The duo explores AI's role in generating realistic city dynamics and the humorous side of coding, emphasizing the creative challenges of using AI in development. Listeners are guaranteed laughs as they share insights on debugging and innovative game mechanics.

In this conversation, Gal Kleinman, Co-founder and CTO of Traceloop, shares his insights into LLM observability, drawing from his experience building evaluation suites. He discusses the complexities of monitoring large language models and the transition from theory to practical applications. Kleinman introduces innovative solutions like Open LLMetry while emphasizing the necessity for robust observability systems and collaboration among developers and domain experts in the evolving landscape of AI.

In this episode, host Simon Maple engages in a compelling discussion with Annie Vella, a skilled software engineer and manager, about the integration of AI into software development. Annie shares her insights on how AI tools are reshaping coding practices, the challenges engineers face in transitioning to management roles, and the skills required to thrive in this evolving landscape. This episode is crucial for anyone looking to understand the implications of AI in their work. Subscribe to the AI Native Developer podcast for more insights on AI and development.Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/GI2ywMl2gQk Read Annie's blog: https://annievella.com/posts/the-software-engineering-identity-crisis/Join the AI Native Dev Community on Discord: https://tessl.co/4ghikjhAsk us questions: podcast@tessl.io

In a captivating discussion, Tom Hulme from Google Ventures joins Guy Podjarny to explore the shift from code-centric to spec-centric software development. They delve into how generative AI is reshaping workflows, making processes more efficient. The duo also tackles the evolving landscape of startups, emphasizing the importance of long-term vision and user loyalty. They highlight the challenges posed by technical debt and the transformative role of large language models, painting an intriguing picture of the future of tech.

Join Alex Komoroske, a web platform development expert, as he explores AI's transformative power in tech. Discover how generative AI revolutionizes web apps, speeding up development and enhancing collaboration. Alex discusses AI's dual role in reducing mundane tasks while igniting human creativity, highlighting the mixed feelings developers have about this shift. He also examines the evolving landscape of micro apps and the importance of maintaining code quality, offering insights into AI's implications for the future of software development.

Olivier Pomel, CEO of Datadog, is a key figure in the observability space, overseeing the integration of AI in cloud computing. He shares insights on the evolution of observability and the security challenges faced by AI applications. The conversation dives into building trust in AI, highlighting the high expectations users place on accuracy. Pomel also discusses advancements in deep learning for anomaly detection and the importance of user-centric development in software. His expertise sheds light on navigating the complexities of AI's rapid evolution and its implications for organizations.