Chris Heilmann, Daniel Cranney & Tejas Kumar
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#1about 4 minutes
Understanding the model context protocol for AI applications
The model context protocol (MCP) provides a standardized way for AI applications to interact with external APIs like Slack or databases.
#2about 2 minutes
The risk of defunding the CVE vulnerability program
The US government's decision to cut funding for the CVE program threatens the public infrastructure for tracking software vulnerabilities.
#3about 5 minutes
Securing against AI-driven supply chain attacks
Slot spotting is a new supply chain attack where malicious packages are created to match names hallucinated by generative AI coding tools.
#4about 2 minutes
AI engineering does not always require Python
AI engineering focuses on applying machine learning models via APIs, which can be done with any language that has a network layer, not just Python.
#5about 4 minutes
Defining what makes a professional developer
Being a professional developer is less about getting paid and more about understanding the impact and thought process behind your code.
#6about 5 minutes
Understanding the hidden costs of AI inference
While model training is expensive, inference is a continuous and potentially infinite cost that grows as more users interact with the AI.
#7about 6 minutes
How to cope with AI model fatigue
Instead of chasing every new model, focus on solving real problems and only evaluate new technologies once their value becomes clear.
#8about 7 minutes
The rise of specialized AI-powered code editors
Companies are launching dedicated AI editors like Firebase Studio and Cursor, which offer a more polished and integrated experience than simple plugins.
#9about 2 minutes
Using custom domains for local development environments
Setting up a .localhost top-level domain can simplify local development, especially when needing to work with TLS certificates in a secure environment.
#10about 3 minutes
The problem with 'I built this in X hours' culture
Social media posts claiming to build complex apps in hours are often disingenuous marketing that ignores the reality of security and maintenance.
#11about 3 minutes
Analyzing the Fireship YouTube channel's learning style
Fireship's success comes from combining taste and skill to deliver high-signal, humorous, and fast-paced content for overwhelmed developers.
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