Wednesday
Room 2
15:00 - 16:00
(UTC+11)
Talk (60 min)
Can you become a 10x developer using generative AI?
It's been hard to miss AI in the news recently. From breakthroughs in natural language processing to impressive image recognition and generation capabilities, AI is everywhere we look right now!
In this talk, experienced software engineer Simon Waight will explore the benefits and considerations for developers when they are looking to adopt generative AI as part of their toolkit.
To help set the scene, there will be a brief introduction to the fascinating world of generative AI and how it fits into AI more broadly.
We'll then look at how generative AI can aid developers in streamlining their workflows and enhance productivity. How about instead of manually creating solutions from scratch, developers could utilise generative models to automatically generate prototypes, designs, or code snippets? How about in a programming language they don't even know?!
But there are risks, which we'll explore along the way to ensure everyone is making informed decisions about adopting this technology that has massive positive potential.
Finally, all talk and no demo sessions aren't fun, so we'll also do some audience-interactive live coding with a couple of scenarios that will demonstrate the value of this new technology.
Simon Waight
Simon is an accomplished software engineer who, having worked on a wide range of internet-related projects over the past 25 years, has a wealth of knowledge and experience to draw upon.
Throughout his career, Simon has had a keen interest in developer experience, always seeking to understand how developers work and what tools and technologies they need to be successful. Simon is known for his hands-on approach, frequently tinkering with technology and experimenting with new tools to gain a practical understanding of their capabilities and limitations.
As a speaker, Simon brings an engaging style and ability to simplify complex concepts for a wide audience. He has been a frequent speaker at international community and industry event, including Microsoft Ignite. Whether discussing the latest trends in technology or sharing insights on developer experience, Simon is always passionate and insightful.