Coding Will Never Be the Same Again - AI's Impact on Software Development

Explore the transformative impact of AI on software development in this insightful conference talk from YOW! Australia 2023. Delve into the world of AI-assisted developer tools, including GitHub Copilot, as Ryan J. Salva, VP of Product at GitHub, demonstrates their practical applications through live demos. Gain a deep understanding of the underlying technology, including Large Language Models (LLMs) and Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG). Discover the latest research findings, including a 6-month study of 450 developers, and examine the global implications of AI in coding. Learn how these advancements are reshaping the landscape for both seasoned developers and students, and why syntax alone is no longer the defining factor in software development.

Intro
Software has already eaten the world
Demo
What's happening under the hood?
Demo
Retrieval augmented generation R.A.G.
Demo
R.A.G. continued
Custom models
Research
6-month study of 450 devs
Global impact
Syntax is not software
Outro