Like many other tech fields, software development is being impacted by the mass uptake of artificial intelligence. But how exactly has the role of a software developer changed, and what will that role look like in the future?In this special edition of the Built Right podcast, our CEO, Brandon Powell, sits down with J Schwan, the new Executive Chairman of HatchWorks, to explore the impact of generative AI on software development. With over 25 years in the digital consultancy space, J is an angel investor and Founder of The Second Mountain, a coaching and early-stage investment fund for technology services underdogs. He joins the podcast to share his perspectives on the democratization of AI tools, how AI is changing development processes, and the evolving role of a software engineer. In J’s mind, AI isn’t here to replace software developers and they will still need to know the basics of building applications, but AI could hand them the tools for more impactful work. We also talk about the wider impacts on business models, the role of agents, the potential for more bespoke AI applications, and practical advice for CIOs navigating the current AI hype. Join us on this episode of the Built Right Podcast as we dive deep into the world of Generative AI and its transformative impact on software development and business. Subscribe now to stay ahead of the curve and never miss an insight from the leading minds in tech. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review and share it with your network! Let's build the future together!Key moments:An engineer’s perspective on the disruptive power of generative AIHow generative AI became democratized with chat interfaces How the hype around AI mirrors transformative technologies of the past Why we’re still in the early days of AI’s full potential How AI will change the role of software engineersThe role of agents in software developmentThe impact of AI on business modelsAdvice for aspiring software engineersNavigating the AI hype cycleKey links: Connect with J on LinkedInMentioned in this episode:Talking AI - Conversations with AI experts and early adoptersWelcome to the Talking AI podcast, where we dive deep into the world of artificial intelligence with host Matt Paige. Formerly known as the Built Right podcast, Talking AI brings you insightful conversations with AI experts, founders of AI products, and industry leaders who are leveraging AI in their businesses. Whether you're an AI expert or a beginner, our episodes will help you understand how AI technology works and how early adopters are deriving value from it. New episodes drop starting August 6th.AI Opportunity FinderFeeling overwhelmed by all the AI noise out there? The AI Opportunity Finder from HatchWorks cuts through the hype and gives you a clear starting point. In less than 5 minutes, you’ll get tailored, high-impact AI use cases specific to your business—scored by ROI so you know exactly where to start. Whether you're looking to cut costs, automate tasks, or grow faster, this free tool gives you a personalized roadmap built for action. 👉 Try it now at https://hatchworks.com/ai-opportunity-finder/

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