Beyond Code: The Role of Developers in the Age of AI

Beyond Code: The Role of Developers in the Age of AI

Hello, wonderful readers!

Welcome to the latest edition of Kesha Talks Tech. This month, we’re diving into a topic close to my heart—the evolving role of developers in the age of AI. Developers can focus on higher-value activities as AI-powered tools like Amazon Q Developer take on repetitive coding tasks. If you’re curious about how AI transforms development workflows and what skills you’ll need to thrive, this edition is just for you!

👩🏾💻 The Changing Role of Developers

The world of software development is evolving rapidly, and AI is redefining what it means to be a developer. Tools like Amazon Q Developer are more than just assistants—they transform how we work by automating routine tasks, diagnosing bugs, fixing vulnerabilities, and modernizing codebases. Imagine an AI that translates your ideas into code and learns your coding style, making every interaction feel like it’s tailored just for you. This isn’t the future—it’s happening now.

As AI takes over the repetitive, mechanical parts of development, the role of developers is shifting in exciting new ways. It’s no longer just about writing and debugging code line-by-line; developers are becoming system architects, creative problem-solvers, and strategists focused on orchestrating complex software systems. AI enables developers to concentrate on tasks requiring innovation, critical thinking, and high-level design—empowering them to focus on the ‘why’ and ‘how’ behind their solutions.

📚 The Skills You Need to Remain Competitive

At the same time, new skills are becoming essential to thrive in this AI-powered landscape. Developers need to understand machine learning concepts and how AI models work, not necessarily to build them from scratch but to use them effectively. MLOps practices—similar to DevOps but focused on AI—are now a core part of keeping AI-enhanced systems running smoothly. Additionally, responsible AI practices are critical for ensuring that the tools we build and use align with ethical standards and mitigate unintended biases in software.

In this new era, developers and AI will work hand-in-hand, creating hybrid workflows that combine the best of human creativity with the speed and precision of AI. The most successful developers will not be those who see AI as a threat but those who see it as a powerful partner—helping them think bigger, build smarter, and unlock new levels of productivity and innovation.

🎓 New Course Alert: AI Paired Programming with Amazon Q

My new LinkedIn Learning course, “AI Paired Programming with Amazon Q,” is now available. This hands-on course will teach you how to integrate Amazon Q into your development workflow to easily generate code, fix bugs, and optimize legacy systems. Whether you want to start strong or refine your AI-assisted workflow, this course has everything you need to succeed. Please message me on LinkedIn for FREE access to my course (for a limited time).

You can check out my LinkedIn Course Library for additional courses. See something you like? I'll send you a free access link.

📅 Join Me at AWS re:Invent 2024

If you’re attending AWS re:Invent 2024, don’t miss my talk, “Implementing Amazon Q Developer: Lessons from the Field.” I’ll share practical strategies and real-world deployment insights, showing how teams can use Amazon Q to unlock new levels of efficiency and productivity. Can’t make it to AWS re:Invent? No worries; the session will be available on the AWS YouTube channel shortly after the event.

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DEV310: Implementing Amazon Q Developer: Lessons from the field

December's Edition of Kesha Talks Tech

In the December Edition of Kesha Talks Tech, I’ll share insights from AWS re:Invent and my experience presenting "Implementing Amazon Q Developer: Lessons from the Field." I’ll also dive into the key takeaways from the conference, including the latest AI trends and tools shaping the future of development. You won’t want to miss it!

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harold dennis

Information Technology Specialist (Freelance)

8mo

Love this👍🏽💯

Tony Smith

Aspiring Cyber Security Analyst with a Strong Foundation in Software QA

8mo

Love this

Geoff Allen

Management Consultant at Accenture | Technology Strategy & Advisory

8mo

Love how you highlight the shift to critical thinking and high-level design! GenAI is pushing us to rethink so many core skills.

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