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Explore how software architecture must evolve in the era of AI coding assistants through this 51-minute conference talk featuring Shweta Vohra and Grady Booch. Examine the promises and pitfalls of AI tools that prioritize speed over quality, trust, and architectural craftsmanship. Discover what defines the third golden age of software engineering, where productivity gains are tangible but risks to long-term system integrity lurk beneath the surface. Learn how architects can design review gates and practices that preserve software quality when machines begin writing code alongside humans. Understand which aspects of software development should remain firmly human in an AI-augmented world, including architectural judgment, responsibility, and creative thinking. Gain insights from decades of software engineering history to develop a principled approach to integrating AI tools while maintaining the essential human elements of architectural decision-making. Access practical strategies for balancing the efficiency benefits of AI coding assistants with the need for thoughtful, sustainable software design that stands the test of time.
