Don’t fear the bot: mastering AI tools before they master you

Abstract

AI isn’t coming for your job — developers who know how to use AI are.
While the industry oscillates between hype and fear, one truth is becoming clear: AI tools like Claude Code aren’t here to replace senior engineers… they’re here to amplify them.

This talk reframes the narrative around AI in software development. Instead of imagining a future where machines write all our code, we’ll explore a far more realistic (and exciting) one: developers who pair with AI will become faster, sharper, and more creative than ever before.

Through the lens of Vibe Coding — a conversational, context-rich way of developing with AI — we’ll look at how senior engineers can use tools like Claude Code to become better developers.

During the talk, I’ll also share practical, battle-tested techniques and tips for using Claude Code effectively.
You’ll see how AI doesn’t become a junior that hallucinates half-baked solutions, but a tireless collaborator that lets senior developers operate at their true potential.
The future isn’t “AI vs developers.” It’s developers who master AI vs developers who don’t.