APIs power the modern internet—but they're still a pain to work with. In this episode, I sit down with Simon Yu, Co-founder of Speakeasy, to explore how they're transforming API development. From automated SDKs and Terraform providers to agent-ready MCP servers, Speakeasy is redefining how APIs are built, shared, and consumed. We also delve into how AI fits into the future of developer tooling and agentic workflows.

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The persistent challenges in API development
Simon Yu's journey from consulting to co-founding Speakeasy
The evolution of Speakeasy's vision and mission
How Speakeasy automates SDKs and infrastructure provisioning
The role of AI in modern API ecosystems
Preparing APIs for agentic workflows and MCP servers
Real-world examples and lessons from industry leaders like Stripe and Flexport
Speakeasy's roadmap and what's next for the platform

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Why APIs Are Still Broken in 2025 - Agentic Dev with Speakeasy | Episode #101