Building the Next Generation of AI Developer Tools

In this 26-minute talk from Productivity Conf 2025, Krzysztof Cieslak explores the evolution of AI-powered developer tools and their future trajectory. Discover how AI has transformed software development through tools like GitHub Copilot that enhance productivity and maintain workflow focus. Learn about the next generation of AI developer tools from GitHub Next, including Copilot Workspace and GitHub Spark, which can tackle complex repository-wide tasks and even generate entire applications. Explore emerging UX patterns, get advice on building your own AI tools, and understand how to design AI applications with humans at the center. The presentation covers the impact of LLMs on development workflows, the importance of user-controlled processes, handling ambiguity in AI interactions, real-world task implementation, and ethical considerations for future AI development tools. The talk includes detailed demonstrations and insights into how these advanced tools are reshaping the developer experience.