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WeAreDevelopers LIVE โ€ข Nov 4, 2026

Humans in the Loop: Storytelling in Tech

Christian Heilmann , Daniel Cranney , Pritesh Kiri

AI agents are writing our code. Is learning to program still relevant? Discover why architectural skills and human connection remain your ultimate career moat.

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#1 about 5 min

Organizing developer events and community engagement

Logistical preparations establish the baseline expectations for an upcoming developer conference in Bangalore.

#2 about 2 min

Improving AI agent accuracy with tool descriptions

Writing explicit tool descriptions for MCP servers prevents AI agents from pulling incorrect information.

#3 about 3 min

Sandboxing AI-generated HTML for security testing

Containing AI-generated code snippets within iframes prevents the execution of cross-site scripting vulnerabilities during testing.

#4 about 4 min

Evaluating the surge in software vulnerability discoveries

The recent spike in CVEs raises questions about whether code is less secure or AI models are simply accelerating vulnerability discovery.

#5 about 3 min

Remediating security bugs via CI/CD pipelines

Integrating AI into DevOps workflows enables teams to identify and remediate critical security vulnerabilities before software deployment.

#6 about 2 min

Supply chain risks in code editor extensions

Malware injections through popular code editor extensions highlight the dangers of relying blindly on abstracted developer platforms.

#7 about 2 min

Embedding coding environments in communication applications

Generating software directly within chat applications introduces significant security and usability concerns regarding autonomous AI agents.

#8 about 2 min

Security risks of abandoned third-party web embeds

Abandoned iframes and dead javascript dependencies on legacy websites create hidden attack vectors when domain ownership changes.

#9 about 3 min

Building a technical writing habit on social media

Documenting the transition into software engineering on social platforms naturally builds essential communication and technical writing skills.

#10 about 2 min

The importance of owning your developer content

Hosting a professional portfolio on closed platforms introduces risks when companies change rules, monetize content, or revoke access.

#11 about 5 min

Evaluating if AI will eliminate traditional coding skills

The rise of AI code generation underscores the long-term career value of understanding fundamental software architecture rather than just syntax.

#12 about 5 min

The evolution of software engineering job interviews

Modern technical interviews abandon algorithmic whiteboard tests in favor of assessing code review capabilities and architectural understanding.

#13 about 4 min

Preserving human design character over AI uniformity

Hand-crafted DIY visual assets often resonate more deeply with audiences than flawless but generic AI-generated imagery.

#14 about 5 min

Verifying UI color contrast for web accessibility

Standalone tools and integrated IDE features provide immediate feedback to ensure UI color palettes meet standard accessibility compliance ratios.

#15 about 3 min

Batch renaming files using regular expressions

Specialized file management utilities leverage regular expressions and metadata to safely execute large-scale batch renaming operations.

#16 about 5 min

Reviewing recent technology and cybersecurity news

A rapid-fire evaluation of industry headlines highlights ongoing concerns around AI-driven security threats, robotics, and emerging data regulations.

#17 about 3 min

Amplifying human stories in the tech industry

Hosting social audio spaces provides a platform to share the personal journeys and non-technical narratives of individuals navigating tech careers.

#18 about 8 min

Demystifying tech conferences through video vlogging

Creating conference vlog content provides vital visibility and inspiration for developers who are unable to attend major industry events.

#19 about 5 min

The professional value of conference networking

Engaging in spontaneous conversations at in-person tech events builds long-term industry connections that heavily support career growth.

Matching moments

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The rise of in-person meetups amidst AI-generated content

Chris Heilmann Chris Heilmann +2 ยท LIVE

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Preserving the joy and curiosity of human coding

Chris Heilmann Chris Heilmann +4 ยท LIVE

1:45 min

Transitioning into the technology industry as a creator

3:57 min

Preserving human empathy and connection in developer relations

Daniel Cranney Daniel Cranney +1 ยท LIVE

3:23 min

Building diverse and inclusive developer event communities

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5:01 min

Owning content and democratizing the developer experience

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