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# From Possibility to Production: Why AI Raises the Bar for Engineering

Leigh-Ann Russell proves AI won't replace engineers. Instead, it elevates them to system architects. Discover how BNY uses strict governance to actually unlock developer autonomy.

- **Speakers:** [Leigh-Ann Russell](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/@leigh-ann-russell)
- **Event:** World Congress 2026 North America
- **Published:** September 25, 2026
- **Duration:** 33:54
- **URL:** https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100539-from-possibility-to-production-why-ai-raises-the-bar-for-engineering
- **Thumbnail URL:** https://customer-goifxnzhrq3d0d54.cloudflarestream.com/1032cc3dbc43dd16a346913c314a02d3/thumbnails/thumbnail.jpg?time=207118ms

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