Christian Heilmann
Five things in tech that matter and we have to make work
#1about 7 minutes
The rise and fall of the programmable web
Early tools like Yahoo Pipes and YQL enabled data mashups but ultimately failed due to a lack of monetization for their APIs.
#2about 2 minutes
Embracing the automation of software development
AI tools like GitHub Copilot can automate the boring parts of coding, freeing up developers to focus on more important tasks like maintenance.
#3about 2 minutes
The security risks of AI agents and generated code
AI agents can introduce security vulnerabilities like slot squatting, where they request malicious packages that don't exist until created by attackers.
#4about 2 minutes
Why soft skills matter more in the age of AI
As coding becomes more automated, human skills like communication, collaboration, and handling pull requests become critical for career success.
#5about 3 minutes
Combating outdated information in learning resources
LLMs and platforms like Stack Overflow can amplify outdated solutions, highlighting the need to focus on the 'why' behind code, not just the 'how'.
#6about 1 minute
A call to stop gatekeeping in the tech community
Statements that define a 'professional developer' create exclusive environments and should be avoided to foster a more inclusive industry.
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