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# WeAreDevelopers LIVE - What Development and Tattoos Have in Common and more

Relying on AI 'vibe coding' without foundational skills is like getting an impulsive tattoo. Both shortcuts lead to painful, expensive, and long-term regret for your production systems.

- **Speakers:** [Chris Heilmann](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/@chris-heilmann), [Daniel Cranney](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/@daniel-cranney), [Jan Moser](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/@jan-moser)
- **Event:** WeAreDevelopers LIVE
- **Published:** August 20, 2025
- **Duration:** 48:01
- **URL:** https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1380-wearedevelopers-live-what-development-and-tattoos-have-in-common-and-more
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