LEAP into the Gilded Rose Kata
AI-XP, Software Development, LEAP, AI Justin Beall AI-XP, Software Development, LEAP, AI Justin Beall

LEAP into the Gilded Rose Kata

Explore how AI tools like Cursor can revolutionize your software development workflow through the Gilded Rose Kata. From filling knowledge gaps and understanding complex codebases to refactoring, TDD++, and generating documentation, see how AI enhances productivity and code quality. Discover actionable insights to integrate AI into your projects for robust and efficient development.

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AI and the Modern Developer
AI-XP, Software Development, LEAP, AI Justin Beall AI-XP, Software Development, LEAP, AI Justin Beall

AI and the Modern Developer

Discover how AI tools can revolutionize your software development workflow. Learn practical use cases for AI to enhance code quality, automate repetitive tasks, and generate comprehensive documentation. Embrace AI to streamline your development process, tackle complex challenges, and improve productivity. Dive into examples with tools like GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude, and Otter.ai. See how AI can transform your daily tasks and long-term projects, making your development smarter, faster, and more efficient. Unlock the potential of AI in your coding practices and stay ahead in the ever-evolving tech landscape.

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Taming the Unpredictable - How Continuous Alignment Testing Keeps LLMs in Check
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Taming the Unpredictable - How Continuous Alignment Testing Keeps LLMs in Check

Ensure the reliability and consistency of your LLM-based systems with Continuous Alignment Testing. Utilize Repeat Tests, seed values, and the choices feature in OpenAI Chat Completions to manage the inherent unpredictability of AI responses. Define precise inputs and expected outcomes early in the development process, similar to Test Driven Development (TDD). Automate your testing with CI tools like GitHub Actions to catch fluctuations quickly and efficiently. Incorporate seed values for reproducibility and request multiple responses per query with the choices feature to validate prompts, tool calls, and data variations more effectively and cost-efficiently. Apply these methodologies in real-world scenarios, as demonstrated by our Amazon Treasure Chat project, to maintain high-performance standards and enhance user satisfaction. Stay ahead of technological advancements and refine your testing strategies to ensure your AI applications are robust, scalable, and reliable. Embrace these testing techniques to deliver superior AI solutions that instill confidence and trust in your users.

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Intelligent Engineering with AI
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Intelligent Engineering with AI

Unlock the potential of AI in your software development workflow with LeanDog's "Intelligent Engineering with AI" course. Master integrating AI tools like GitHub Copilot and ChatGPT to enhance productivity and code quality. Dive into Test-Driven Development (TDD), applying AI to write reliable, maintainable code. Embrace Software Craftsmanship by learning fundamental design principles, addressing code smells, and employing practical refactoring techniques—experience real-world applications through hands-on exercises, including advanced prompt engineering and a task management API project. Gain valuable insights and build confidence in using AI to streamline your development processes, ensuring your skills are future-ready and your code is top-notch. Join us and transform your approach to coding with the power of intelligent engineering.

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AI as Your Strategic Partner in Extreme Programming
AI-XP, Software Development, AI, LEAP Justin Beall AI-XP, Software Development, AI, LEAP Justin Beall

AI as Your Strategic Partner in Extreme Programming

AI-XP combines AI with Extreme Programming to transform software development. ChatGPT, as an AI pair programmer, enhances strategic planning, technology stack analysis, and architectural design. This integration boosts efficiency, innovation, and accuracy, offering tailored recommendations and ensuring optimal project outcomes. Future AI tools promise even more intuitive and contextually relevant support.

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The Dawn of a New Era in Software Development
AI-XP, Software Development, AI, LEAP Justin Beall AI-XP, Software Development, AI, LEAP Justin Beall

The Dawn of a New Era in Software Development

As a software engineer, I've leveraged AI tools like GitHub Copilot and Cursor in agile workflows and projects like natural language product searches using Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG). Inspired by Llewellyn Falco's insights on iterative prompting, I emphasize Python's role in AI programming. My work highlights AI's transformative impact, integrating AI ethically and strategically to enhance software development.

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Enhancing Software Development with Generative AI: Beyond the Hype
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Enhancing Software Development with Generative AI: Beyond the Hype

Explore the transformative role of generative AI in software development. Discover how AI-driven tools like GitHub Copilot, Cursor, and ChatGPT-4 redefine coding practices by automating tasks, enhancing code quality, and fostering collaboration. Understand the potential and limitations of these technologies and reflect on the ethical considerations they bring to the forefront. Embrace the future of software development—where AI supports and inspires innovation and ensures it is used responsibly and ethically. Equip yourself to be part of this evolution and shape a new era of technological advancement.

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Code Smarter, Not Harder: Unleashing AI in Agile Development
AI-XP, LEAP, Software Development, AI Justin Beall AI-XP, LEAP, Software Development, AI Justin Beall

Code Smarter, Not Harder: Unleashing AI in Agile Development

Software development teams must evolve to keep up with technological advancements. AI tools like GitHub Copilot and ChatGPT transform agile development by enhancing efficiency, precision, and innovation. These tools automate coding tasks, generate test cases, and provide real-time coding assistance, speeding up development and improving quality. AI-driven insights also aid in strategic planning and deployment, making the process faster, more innovative, and cost-effective. Integrating AI tools is key to staying competitive and driving software development into the future.

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Navigating the New Frontier: AI-Powered Software Development
AI-XP, Software Development, LEAP, AI Justin Beall AI-XP, Software Development, LEAP, AI Justin Beall

Navigating the New Frontier: AI-Powered Software Development

Explore Henrik Kniberg's insights from Jfokus Developers Conference 2024 on AI's transformative impact on software development. Learn how AI enhances productivity, necessitates new skills, and reshapes careers. Understand the shift from coding to supervising AI and the importance of strategic interaction with AI tools. Stay ahead by adapting swiftly to the evolving role of AI in software development.

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