Dev Interrupted
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Software itself is fundamentally changing. We explore the transition to agentic orchestration, vibe coding, and AI-native development, grounding the conversation in the principles that have always defined great engineering.On Tuesdays, we interview the founders, architects, and builders of the world’s most impactful tech to uncover the timeless engineering principles and strategies shaping the next era of development.And on Fridays, we drop an end-of-week roundup of the biggest news in AI and software, and what it actually means for your career, your craft, and your life as a developer.Subscribe to stay ahead of the next era of code.
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Apr 29, 2025 • 54min
AI Gets Eyes and Ears | LiveKit’s Russ d’Sa
Russ d’Sa, Co-founder and CEO of LiveKit, dives into the fascinating world of multimodal technology. He discusses how AI is evolving to perceive the world through sound and vision, enabling real-time communication. The conversation explores the transition from text to rich data streams and the challenges engineers face in this new landscape. Russ highlights LiveKit's vital role, particularly in emergency responses like 911 calls, and the implications for AI's future as a collaborative partner in various sectors.
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Apr 22, 2025 • 41min
The Shift to Agent-Driven API Consumption | Speakeasy’s Sagar Batchu
Sagar Batchu, co-founder and CEO of Speakeasy, delves into the intricate relationship between organizational structure and API design. He emphasizes the importance of treating internal APIs as first-class products and discusses how Conway's Law impacts API success. The conversation shifts to the rise of Agent Experience (AX) in an AI-driven landscape, underlining the need for rigorous standards and documentation. Batchu also introduces the Model Context Protocol (MCP), showcasing how prioritizing developer productivity today can pave the way for future AI advancements.
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Apr 15, 2025 • 49min
How Marketing Ruined Shift Left | Semgrep’s Tanya Janca
Tanya Janca, a cybersecurity expert with 28 years of experience and author of "Alice and Bob Learn Secure Coding," sheds light on the pitfalls of treating security as an afterthought. She emphasizes the need to redefine security as an ongoing practice rather than a final gate. Tanya shares insights on enhancing developer empowerment through clear guidelines and internal knowledge libraries. The conversation also touches on the evolving relationship between AI integration and security, advocating for continuous learning and critical evaluation of AI-generated code.
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Apr 8, 2025 • 44min
How to Build AI Workflows You Can Trust | Infactory’s Brooke Hartley Moy
Brooke Hartley Moy, the CEO and co-founder of Infactory, shares her insights from her background at Google and Samsung on building trust in AI systems. She tackles common misconceptions businesses have about AI and highlights the importance of high-quality data. The conversation delves into the 'black box' problem, domain expertise in various fields, and the limitations of large language models. Brooke argues for a balanced approach to AI that combines technical knowledge with ethical considerations, ensuring reliable outcomes in critical cases.
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Apr 1, 2025 • 43min
Amazon Q and The Future of Autonomous Development | AWS' Adnan Ijaz
Adnan Ijaz, Director of Product Management for Next Gen Developer Experience at AWS, leads the charge on Amazon Q, a groundbreaking tool in AI development. He dives into how autonomous AI can transform workflows, urging developers to shift from task-centric coding to strategic architecture. The conversation highlights the importance of quantifying AI's impact on productivity, advocating for responsible implementation and human oversight. Ijaz also shares insights on mentoring AI to enhance software development, ensuring innovation without losing credibility.
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Mar 25, 2025 • 55min
Ditch the Ticket Factory Mentality | Cosmic Teacups’ Thanos Diacakis
Thanos Diacakis, a seasoned fractional CTO and engineering coach with over 25 years at companies like Uber, shares insights on optimizing engineering teams. He debunks the myth of 'technical debt' and critiques the 'feature factory' mentality. Thanos discusses practical strategies for improving team dynamics, aligning technical challenges with business goals, and fostering a culture of happiness in engineering. He emphasizes the need for sustainable practices and adapting to the shifts caused by AI in the tech landscape.
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Mar 18, 2025 • 46min
Will AI Finally Make TDD Practical? | Diffblue’s Animesh Mishra
Animesh Mishra, a Senior Solutions Engineer at Diffblue, joins the conversation to explore the unfulfilled promise of Test Driven Development (TDD). He discusses how deterministic AI can bridge the gap between theory and practice, potentially writing two years' worth of tests for legacy code in just two hours. Animesh also highlights the importance of building trust in AI for testing, emphasizing how it can alleviate developers' cognitive strain while improving software quality and efficiency.
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Mar 11, 2025 • 49min
Can You Buy Your Way to DevSecOps Success? | Arcjet’s David Mytton
David Mytton, CEO of ArcJet and founder of Console.dev, dives into the clash between fast-paced development and security needs. He critiques the common approach of just adding security tools, emphasizing that true success requires alignment between developers and security teams. David highlights the significance of intuitive developer-centric design and the right incentives to foster a secure culture. He also shares insights on how to market security tools effectively and empower developers to prioritize security without hindering innovation.
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Mar 4, 2025 • 46min
Simplifying the AI Stack | IBM's Dr. Maryam Ashoori
Dr. Maryam Ashoori, Senior Director of Product Management for watsonx at IBM, dives into the evolving landscape of AI in enterprise applications. She emphasizes the pressing skill gap among developers and the necessity for improved tools to tackle AI's complexity. The discussion highlights the rise of no-code development as a game-changer, enabling broader access to software development. Ashoori also explores the impactful role of AI agents and the transformation of engineers into strategic roles that balance innovation with management of AI tools.
Feb 25, 2025 • 1h 20min
Why Are Teams Only Aligned During a Crisis? | CircleCI & MongoDB
Rob Zuber, CTO of CircleCI, and Tara Hernandez, VP of Developer Productivity at MongoDB, dive deep into the dynamics of team alignment during crises. They explore the contrasting AI landscapes for startups versus larger firms, the vital balance between AI and human learning in software development, and the importance of metrics like developer velocity in fostering effective teamwork. Discussions also touch on the impact of hackathons on innovation and the evolving role of quality assurance in continuous deployment, painting a vivid picture of modern engineering challenges.
