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# Rethinking Developer Tools for the Agent Era

Are your developer tools ready for an audience that isn't human? Discover how to optimize for Agent Experience and transition from writing code to orchestrating AI.

- **Speakers:** [Han Wang](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/@han-wang), [Sam Bhagwat](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/@sam-bhagwat), [Ben Haefele](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/@ben-haefele), [Ignacio Riesgo](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/@ignacio-riesgo)
- **Event:** World Congress 2026 North America
- **Published:** September 24, 2026
- **Duration:** 28:30
- **URL:** https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100613-rethinking-developer-tools-for-the-agent-era

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