World Congress 2026 North America • Sep 26, 2026 • Session details

The Productivity Illusion: What AI Really Changed for Developers

Fatih Kadir Akın

AI doesn't eliminate engineering bottlenecks; it shifts them from writing to reviewing. Uncover the hidden cognitive costs of AI-generated code. Redesign your workflows for true productivity.

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1:55 min

Shifting developer workloads and realistic AI productivity gains

Chris Heilmann

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Motivations for adopting AI to enhance developer productivity

3:45 min

Balancing AI tool mandates with developer trust and productivity

Chris Heilmann

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Evaluating AI productivity across the software development funnel

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Addressing developer burnout and the impact of artificial intelligence

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The impact of AI on developer workflows

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