Show Notes
AI is changing what developers build, but code alone is no longer enough to prove what you can do. Wes Bos explains why engineers need to solve problems beyond syntax, how agent workflows are reshaping software development, and what still requires human thinking. In this conversation: The limits of generative UI and AI-generated design Agent loops, harnesses, and cheaper AI models The rising cost of AI coding and the case for local hardware Why developer education is shifting from syntax to problem-solving Personal branding, conferences, newsletters, and AI-generated content For developers navigating AI-assisted coding, this episode explores the skills and signals that still help you stand out. This podcast was recorded at JSNation, the key web dev conference.
OUTLINE 00:00:00 - Code Is Not Enough for Developers 00:00:32 - Why Generative UI Still Feels Unfinished 00:04:35 - How Agent Loops Improve AI Coding 00:07:06 - When Agent Workflows Become Standard Tools 00:08:19 - Are Cheaper AI Models Good Enough? 00:10:44 - Can AI Coding Costs Stay Sustainable? 00:12:24 - What Engineers Need To Learn Now 00:14:23 - Why Fundamentals Matter Beyond Syntax 00:15:34 - How Non-Coders Are Building Production Tools 00:16:21 - Why In-Person Conferences Still Matter 00:18:11 - Personal Branding When Code Isn't Enough 00:20:37 - Can Newsletters Beat The Attention Crisis? 00:22:02 - Why AI-Generated Content Feels Insulting 00:24:12 - Use AI To Scaffold, Not Think
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