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World Congress 2026 North America β€’ Sep 26, 2026 β€’ Session details

Who Do We Hire Now?

Chris Daden , Ian Hughson , Becky Bucich , Jennifer Serrato , Kate Smeaton

Who do you hire when AI writes the foundational code? The traditional tech talent pipeline is completely broken. Discover why leaders now prioritize complex reasoning over static technical credentials.

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