Join Mike Mason, Chief AI Officer at Thoughtworks; Birgitta Böckeler, AI-First Software Delivery Lead at Thoughtworks; and WIRED Consulting’s Charlie Burton, as they explore how generative AI is changing software development and perhaps, ultimately, software itself.
Generative AI’s flair for writing code is already transforming how software is made—but this may only be the beginning. Some believe AI will spark a generational shift in how we use computers, giving us truly ‘smart assistants’ capable of either operating other tools on our behalf, or simply providing the required functionality themselves.
"Rather than using an airline's app we might just ask our personal AI to book flights, check us in, or find our lost luggage," says Mason. "This absolutely opens up a revolution in what software looks like and how we'll interact with it."
But how far could these changes go? What might all this ultimately mean for the role of developers and the kind of software they create? And, as a wave of start-ups unveil devices that aim to replace apps with AI, we ask: is the future app-less, or is that merely hype?
Watch the full panel discussion above or on YouTube here.
Read our full report, which explores how AI is changing software development: here
Meet the Experts
Mike Mason, Chief AI Officer, Thoughtworks
As Chief AI Officer, Mason is dedicated to leveraging cutting-edge tech for business solutions. He spearheads generative AI adoption internally and for clients, driving business transformation. Mike also contributes to Thoughtworks’ Tech Radar and Looking Glass publications, and co-authored the Digital Transformation Game Plan.
Birgitta Böckeler, AI-First Software Delivery Lead, Thoughtworks
Böckeler is a software developer, architect, and technical leader who is passionate about helping teams and organizations break down complexity and find new perspectives for looking at their systems.
Charlie Burton
Burton is Head of Editorial Content at WIRED Consulting, a division of WIRED that helps businesses understand emerging trends, navigate the path ahead and build a sustainable future.
About Thoughtworks
Thoughtworks is a global technology company that integrates strategy, design and engineering to drive innovation. For 30 years it has delivered extraordinary impact, together with its clients, by helping them solve complex problems with technology as the differentiator.
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