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28 snips
Jun 24, 2025 • 49min

Why LLMs Keep Missing This One Thing | Jason Ganz

In this engaging discussion, Jason Ganz, a Senior Manager at dbt Labs specializing in data transformation, shares insights into the limitations of large language models (LLMs) in enterprise settings. He explores the critical need for structured data over AI outputs for reliable decision-making. Topics include the evolving role of data engineers, the challenges of LLMs processing structured data, and the importance of human validation. Ganz also touches on how optimizing context can enhance AI's effectiveness in managing vast datasets.
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Jun 17, 2025 • 36min

CTO of $7B Snyk Talks AI Security, Risky Software & Enterprise Adoption

Danny Allan, CTO of Snyk and a veteran in security research, shares insights on AI's integration into enterprise software. He reveals that 80% of Snyk's enterprise customers are embracing AI tools despite security concerns. The conversation delves into the increased vulnerabilities with more code, historical security challenges, and the need for better governance strategies. Allan emphasizes the importance of proactive security measures and regulatory compliance in navigating this evolving landscape where security is becoming less of a roadblock and more of a strategic focus.
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Jun 10, 2025 • 1h 11min

The $2B Nvidia Backed AI Video Platform

In this episode of AI Native Dev, Guy Podjarny is joined by Victor Riparbelli, Co-founder and CEO of Synthesia, who is leading the charge towards AI driven video that lets anyone become a video creation pro with no prior field experience.On the docket:• how Synthesia enables full video editability even after generation • Victor’s vision for fully coded videos that enable personalized, customizable viewing• Victor’s belief that future generations will prefer visuals over any kind of textAI Native Dev, powered by Tessl and our global dev community, is your go-to podcast for solutions in software development in the age of AI. Tune in as we engage with engineers, founders, and open-source innovators to talk all things AI, security, and development. Connect with us here: 1. Victor Riparbelli- https://www.linkedin.com/in/victorriparbelli/2. Guy Podjarny- https://www.linkedin.com/in/guypo/3. Tessl- https://www.linkedin.com/company/tesslio/4. AI Native Dev- https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/ai-native-dev/Join the AI Native Dev Community on Discord: https://tessl.co/4ghikjhAsk us questions: podcast@tessl.io
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Jun 3, 2025 • 37min

Why the Top 1% of Devs Love IntelliJ | Anton Arhipov

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!
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May 27, 2025 • 44min

How This Broadcom Dev Uses Spring to Power AI Workflows | Josh Long

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.
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May 20, 2025 • 1h 4min

One CEO’s Plan to Rebuild How We Deploy AI | Ron Eforni & Flox

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.
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May 14, 2025 • 1h 1min

Vibe Coding SimCity II: Injecting Chaos with Natural Disasters and AI Tools

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!
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May 6, 2025 • 44min

Vibe Coding SimCity: Prototyping Tiny Towns with AI Dev Tools

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.
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Apr 29, 2025 • 40min

Exploring LLM Observability with Traceloop's Gal Kleinman

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.
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Apr 22, 2025 • 55min

From Builder to Orchestrator—Confronting the Software Engineer’s Identity Crisis

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

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