World Congress 2026 North America • Sep 23, 2026 • Session details

WeAreDevelopers Live

Christian Heilmann

Is AI turning you into a product builder or just introducing hidden security flaws? Explore the shift to agent-first development and why foundational coding skills still matter.

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