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Explore how artificial intelligence is transforming software development in this 45-minute conference talk by Michael Feathers, author of "Working Effectively with Legacy Code," recorded at GOTO Chicago 2024. Discover practical approaches for leveraging LLM-based technology in coding while acknowledging their strengths and limitations. Learn specific techniques including the surfacing model, making projections, lensing, creating pidgin languages, and establishing waywords. The presentation addresses important considerations around cost/risk analysis, review fatigue, working in small chunks, automated testing, and maintaining rigor when using AI tools with code. Ideal for developers seeking to enhance their practice with AI assistance while navigating safety concerns and process challenges in this rapidly evolving technological landscape.
