AI is reshaping development, but is it meeting expectations?

In this episode of Test Case Scenario, Jason Baum and Marcus Merrell explore the evolving role of AI in software development, drawing insights from recent industry reports. They discuss whether AI tools are living up to their promise of reducing burnout and boosting productivity while examining the complexities of debugging, security risks, and governance gaps.

Join the conversation as they share fresh perspectives on how AI tools are reshaping workflows, the real challenges facing engineering leaders, and the steps developers can take to use AI more effectively and responsibly.

Join us as we discuss:
(00:00) Introduction
(01:32) Exploring the DORA Report and AI in software development
(03:34) The impact of AI on developer productivity and burnout
(07:28) Governance challenges in adopting AI-generated code
(10:23) Leadership strategies for rolling out AI tools effectively
(14:16) The evolution of AI and the hype vs. reality debate
(17:39) Reflecting on AI’s future role in software development

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