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# WeAreDevelopers Live

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.

- **Speakers:** [Christian Heilmann](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/@chris-heilmann)
- **Event:** World Congress 2026 North America
- **Published:** September 23, 2026
- **Duration:** 12:55
- **URL:** https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100590-wearedevelopers-live
- **Thumbnail URL:** https://customer-goifxnzhrq3d0d54.cloudflarestream.com/7e4ba05543b51d94145988110626d457/thumbnails/thumbnail.jpg?time=80926ms

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