Tired of endless Stack Overflow searches and outdated tutorials? Get ready to enter a new era of coding where AI is no longer just a tool but a full-fledged programming partner. In this week's episode, we dive deep into the transformative world of AI-assisted development, exploring how these intelligent systems are not just generating code but changing the way we think about building software. We share our firsthand experiences with the latest AI coding tools, from fighting with quirky interfaces to witnessing shockingly efficient code generation. Join us as we discuss everything from using AI to build a Python app from scratch to its ability to act as your personal accountability coach, making sure you actually finish your projects. Is this the end of "copy/paste" coding? Tune in to find out.

But it's not all code and algorithms this week, as we venture beyond the digital realm. We'll explore how this new wave of AI is changing productivity, accountability, and the very nature of how we approach problem-solving. Prepare for a lively conversation that touches on topics from the surprising quirks of a "salty spoon" invention, to the rise of new tech trends. We even uncover the latest from the world of package managers, and how one might just disrupt the Python community as a whole. Is AI the answer to all of our problems, or does it come with its own set of challenges? We are pushing the boundaries to see just how far we can take AI as our new partner.

• (00:00) - Introduction and Personal Updates
• (08:34) - Networking at Laravel SF Meetup
• (19:17) - Coding with AI and New Tools
• (27:52) - Accountability Through AI: A New Approach
• (34:21) - AI in Coding: Expectations vs. Reality
• (39:32) - AI Agents: The Future of Workplace Efficiency
• (44:34) - The Shift from PIP to UV in Python Package Management
• (52:36) - Exploring AI Tools: ChatGPT vs. O1 Pro
• (58:12) - Startup Opportunities: Microsoft’s Support for Entrepreneurs

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Creators & Guests

• Bennett Bernard - Host
• Bradley Bernard - Host