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# Contract-First Frontend: Scaling Reliable UIs with OpenAPI and AI

OpenAPI isn't just documentation; it's a strict contract. Stop API drift by auto-generating TypeScript clients and unlocking highly accurate AI-assisted development.

- **Speakers:** [Violina Popova](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/@violina-popova)
- **Event:** World Congress 2026 Europe - Virtual Stage
- **Published:** July 2, 2026
- **Duration:** 31:04
- **URL:** https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1995-contract-first-frontend-scaling-reliable-uis-with-openapi-and-ai
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