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# Developer Productivity Using AI Tools and Services - Ryan J Salva

Ryan J Salva reveals why AI coding causes a 7.2% drop in delivery stability. Learn to shift from optimizing velocity to using AI for conquering technical debt.

- **Speakers:** Ryan J Salva
- **Event:** Coffee With Developers
- **Published:** May 28, 2025
- **Duration:** 59:16
- **URL:** https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1339-developer-productivity-using-ai-tools-and-services-ryan-j-salva
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