With AI, Anyone Can Be a Coder Now | Thomas Dohmke, CEO Github

What if you could code just by talking out loud?

GitHub CEO Thomas Dohmke shows how, thanks to AI, the barrier to entry to coding is rapidly disappearing — and creating software is becoming as simple (and joyful) as building LEGO.

In a mind-blowing live demo, he introduces Copilot Workspace: an AI assistant that helps you create code when you speak to it, in any language.

AI Enhanced Development

GitHub CEO Thomas Dohmke is a visionary leader in the tech industry, constantly exploring new ways to empower individuals to engage with programming and technology. His insights on how artificial intelligence (AI) can revolutionize the way people learn and practice coding are truly inspiring.

GitHub, under the leadership of Thomas Dohmke, has been actively exploring AI-powered solutions to make programming more accessible and inclusive. Some of the key initiatives include:

• Integrating AI-driven code completion tools in IDEs to assist developers in writing code more efficiently.
• Developing AI algorithms that analyze coding patterns to suggest improvements and best practices.
• Creating AI tutors that guide learners through coding exercises and projects, offering hints and explanations along the way.
• Utilizing AI to automate code reviews and identify potential bugs or vulnerabilities in software projects.

As AI continues to advance, the future of programming looks promising, with more individuals being able to harness the power of technology to create innovative solutions. GitHub CEO Thomas Dohmke envisions a world where AI not only facilitates learning but also fosters a vibrant community of diverse programmers.

Github Copilot

Developers and enterprises adopting AI coding assistants expect these tools to be increasingly accurate and personalized to their needs. GitHub Copilot is leading the charge, delivering major improvements in code suggestion quality, enhanced customization via fine-tuned models, and building a growing ecosystem with extensions.

In this talk Adobe and GitHub’s Shuyin Zhao, VP of product management, and Simina Pasat, senior director of product management, showcase all of the latest Copilot innovations.

You’ll also learn how collaboration in GitHub.com is getting better with the power of AI agents and how you can use new, optimized workflows in the age of AI.