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Coffee With Developers • Jun 3, 2026

Developer Relations in the World of Agents - Michelle Duke

Michelle Duke

Michelle Duke warns that over-reliance on AI prompts breeds predictable code slop. To survive, DevRel must pivot to agent engine optimization. Discover how to build authentic technical trust.

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#1 about 3 min

Shifting hackathon strategies towards AI-assisted development

Applying critical thinking and problem-solving skills before using AI tools accelerates prototyping.

#2 about 3 min

Overcoming AI-driven mediocrity by mastering core fundamentals

Understanding basic development principles enables engineers to craft deeper prompts and build unique solutions.

#3 about 5 min

Distinguishing casual coding from professional software engineering

Democratized AI tools allow anyone to build applications while complex enterprise systems still require specialized architectural knowledge.

#4 about 3 min

Navigating code ownership and copyright in corporate environments

Reviewing employment contracts prevents intellectual property conflicts when building personal or AI-assisted side projects.

#5 about 4 min

Retaining authentic voices and personal data rights under AI

Protecting digital likeness and voice rights helps combat deepfakes and automated but insincere communication.

#6 about 3 min

Preserving genuine technical advocacy in developer relations roles

Choosing companies that align with personal values preserves individual credibility while navigating corporate messaging.

#7 about 5 min

Managing misaligned corporate marketing campaigns as a united team

Questioning the context behind unpopular automated content fosters constructive internal feedback without breaking public unity.

#8 about 9 min

Adapting developer relations strategies for agent engine optimization

Optimizing documentation for conversational models ensures technical products reach users before human advocacy confirms the proposed solutions.

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The transforming role of developers in the AI era

Mateusz Gren Mateusz Gren +1 · World Congress 2026 Europe

5:30 min

Developer role changes in the AI era

Zaak Chalal Zaak Chalal · World Congress 2026 Europe

5:16 min

Motivations for adopting AI to enhance developer productivity

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