Joe Still and Mike reconnect with Josh Mabry to discuss the evolution of AI and its impact on development practices. They reflect on the journey since their last conversation, exploring the current landscape of technology, the acceleration of AI development, and the importance of building agentic systems. The discussion delves into the economics of AI, the role of consulting, and how empowering teams with knowledge of AI tools can lead to significant productivity gains. The episode concludes with thoughts on the future of work and the collaboration between humans and AI.

00:00 Reconnecting and Reflecting on the Journey

02:54 The Current Landscape of Technology

05:49 The Acceleration of AI Development

09:00 Navigating the Hype and Reality of AI

12:08 Building Agentic Systems and Automation

14:44 The Evolution of Development Practices

17:59 Creating a Self-Improving System

20:52 Integrating Agile Practices with AI

23:44 The Economics of AI and Development

26:29 Consulting and ROI in AI Projects

29:46 Empowering Teams with Agentic Tools

32:39 Future Directions and Closing Thoughts