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In this episode of "How Many CTOs Does It Take?" podcast, hosts Scott Porad and Brad Hefta-Gaub are joined by Paul Brown to delve into the misplaced fears of AI supplanting engineers, highlighting instead its potential to enhance productivity. Paul shares his journey from skepticism about AI's capabilities to recognizing its strengths, drawing parallels to the historic shift from mainframes to personal computers. They discuss the importance of writing and critiquing implementation plans, effectively utilizing AI tools, and managing resistance to AI integration in engineering teams. The dialogue is rich with insights on evolving AI models and the future of AI in coding.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:50 Paul Brown's Journey at Salesforce
02:28 Exploring AI and Vibe Coding
04:44 AI as a New Computing Paradigm
06:55 Challenges and Learnings with AI
11:15 The Role of Engineering Managers with AI
16:10 Choosing the Right AI Tools
24:41 Embracing AI as a Tool for Amplification
25:54 Addressing Resistance to AI Adoption
26:07 Mandating AI in Teams: A Balanced Approach
27:54 AI's Role in Solving Complex Problems
31:50 Understanding Agentic-Friendly Models
36:34 Fun with AI: The Hacker News Game
41:10 Final Thoughts and Farewell
 

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