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In this compilation, Olivier Pomel (Datadog), Mati Staniszewski (ElevenLabs), and Victor Riparbelli (Synthesia) join Guy Podjarny to unpack what it takes to build category defining products in the AI native era. On the docket: • why root cause detection felt like sci-fi a few years ago, and what’s changed • the early challenges ElevenLabs faced as an audio first AI company • how Synthesia got Mark...

Jonathan Schneider , co-founder and CEO of Moderne , joins Simon Maple to share how real engineering teams are using Moderne’s rewrite engine to reduce technical debt at the source, and drive org-wide transformation. On the docket: the hard limit LLMs can’t scale past why OpenRewrite uses a declarative framework the real challenge: accessing the compiler’s truth AI Native Dev , powered by Tessl an...

Patrick Debois , the mind behind “DevOps,” joins Simon Maple to unpack the system-level shifts AI is driving across software engineering, drawn from what he saw firsthand at the AI Engineer’s World Fair. They also get into: • how inconsistent codebases confuse AI • why running agents locally is becoming obsolete • inside OpenAI’s concept of “model specs” AI Native Dev , powered by Tessl and our gl...

Michael Hunger of Neo4j, joins Simon Maple to unpack how graph databases inject structure, intent, and traceability into modern AI systems. On the docket: why relationships in data encode intent the black-box problem in vector based RAG why devs should build their own MCP server AI Native Dev, powered by Tessl and our global dev community, is your go-to podcast for solutions in software developmen...

Baruch Sadogursky, Head of Developer Relations at TuxCare, joins Simon Maple to explore why automated integrity needs to be built in before we rely on AI outputs. On the docket: the difference between specs and tests why PMs sidelined specs the "intent-integrity gap" between human goals and LLM outputs the non-determinism of LLMs as a feature, not a flaw Baruch’s belief: devs are not goi...

Can LLMs replace structured systems to scale enterprises? Jason Ganz, Senior Manager DX at dbt Labs , joins Simon Maple to unpack why, despite the rapid rise of AI systems, enterprises still rely on structured data for consistency and reliable decision making. They also discuss: the invisible edge cases LLMs can’t see difference between software engineering and data engineering in AI the mismatch...

In this episode of AI Native Dev, Guy Podjarny and Danny Allan unpack how security has reduced just to a concern from a roadblock for devs. On the docket: why 80% of Snyk ’s enterprise customers are actively using AI tools navigating security risks of today and tomorrow the recurring flaw in every new stack why more code means more vulnerabilities AI Native Dev , powered by Tessl and our global de...

In this episode of AI Native Dev, Guy Podjarny is joined by Victor Riparbelli , Co-founder and CEO of Synthesia , who is leading the charge towards AI driven video that lets anyone become a video creation pro with no prior field experience. On the docket: • how Synthesia enables full video editability even after generation • Victor’s vision for fully coded videos that enable personalized, customiz...

From early IntelliJ user to JetBrains advocate, Anton Arhipov continues his conversation with Simon Maple and Baptiste Fernandez on AI Native Dev, tracing his journey through tools, trends, and the changing face of developer experience. On the docket: • how IntelliJ responds to new tools in the market • understanding the pros and cons of tab-driven development for devs • why tools will need to get...

What happens when the OG Spring Dev, Josh Long , teams up with Simon Maple on AI Native Dev? You get a front row seat to them building a Spring powered app that showcases the future of AI integration. While building the app, they discuss: why developers are adopting Spring AI how Spring is becoming the go-to for AI engineering why companies route users from humans to IVRs understanding model conte...

In this episode, our founder and CEO, Guy Podjarny speaks with Ron Efroni, CEO of Flox and President of the NixOS Foundation, about advancing AI from experimental phases to robust, production-ready environments. Flox optimizes reproducible environments, Nix provides the foundation, and Ron Efroni is uniting them to scale enterprise development. On the docket: the value proposition of using "e...

Simon Maple and Joe Holdcroft swap their AI-generated apps and put Cursor and Windsurf to the test by adding natural disasters like earthquakes and lightning strikes. Discover how AI coding tools handle randomness, spreading effects, animation, and bugs—plus the devs’ thoughts on debugging AI-generated code. Subscribe for deep dives into modern dev workflows and AI-powered coding experiments. Watc...

In this hands-on episode of AI Native Dev , Simon Maple and Joe Holdcroft go head-to-head in a “vibe coding relay” challenge—building a tiny town simulator from scratch using AI-powered dev tools BASE44 and Bolt.new. With only 10 minutes, vague prompts, and no prep, they put these rapid-prototyping tools to the test. Simon leans into SimCity nostalgia while Joe battles ghost-town bugs and infinite...

In this episode, Simon Maple converses with Gal Kleinman, co-founder of Traceloop, to delve into the realm of LLM observability. Kleinman shares his expertise on constructing evaluation suites and overcoming the challenges associated with LLM applications. Learn about innovative solutions like Open LLMetry and gain insights into best practices for maintaining robust observability systems. Subscrib...

In this episode, host Simon Maple engages in a compelling discussion with Annie Vella, a skilled software engineer and manager, about the integration of AI into software development. Annie shares her insights on how AI tools are reshaping coding practices, the challenges engineers face in transitioning to management roles, and the skills required to thrive in this evolving landscape. This episode...

In this episode, Guy Podjarny sits down with Tom Hulme to discuss the transformative shift from a code-centric to a spec-centric approach in software development. They explore the advantages of cloud-native practices, the evolving tool ecosystem, and the future role of AI and LLMs. Gain expert insights into the trends that are shaping the future of the industry. Subscribe to the AI Native Develope...

In this episode, Alex Komoroske delves into the transformative role of AI in the tech industry. As an expert in web platform development, Alex discusses AI's potential to redefine technology and creativity. Gain insights into how AI serves as a disruptive innovation and explore its implications for developers. Subscribe to the AI Native Developer podcast for more insights on AI and developmen...

Join Guy Podjarny as he hosts Olivier Pomel, CEO of Datadog, in a compelling discussion on the evolution of observability and AI's role in modern technology. Olivier offers his expertise on AI-powered applications, the security challenges they face, and the future of AI interactions. This episode provides crucial insights for tech professionals and developers seeking to understand AI's i...

In this episode of the Tessl podcast, hosts Patrick Debois and Simon Maple explore the transformative landscape of software development practices. Join them as they discuss emerging patterns that are reshaping the industry. Patrick, a DevOps pioneer, shares valuable insights on aligning development work with business intents, while Simon brings his expertise in Java, cloud computing, and AI integr...

🔒 How Secure is AI? Gandalf’s Creator Exposes the Risks 🔥 AI security is under attack, and hackers are finding new ways to manipulate AI systems. In this episode, Guy Podjarny sits down with Mateo Rojas-Carulla, co-founder of Lakera and creator of Gandalf, to break down the biggest threats facing AI today—from prompt injections and jailbreaks to data poisoning and agent manipulation. What You’ll...

What happens when AI learns to lie? In this electrifying episode of AI Native Dev , Simon Maple is joined by the brilliant Macey Baker, Community Engineer at Tessl, to unravel the wild, unpredictable, and sometimes downright hilarious world of Large Language Models (LLMs) in social deception games. From the psychological mind games of Werewolf to the cutthroat negotiations of Split or Steal , Mace...

In this episode, Guy and Simon dive deep into February’s wave of AI model releases, focusing heavily on the showdown between OpenAI’s GPT-4.5 and Anthropic’s Sonnet 3.7. They discuss GPT-4.5's move toward higher emotional intelligence (EQ), how it compares with Claude, and whether it’s actually meeting developers' expectations—or falling short. Anthropic’s introduction of dynamic reasoni...

In this episode of AI Native Dev, hosts Guy Podjarny sits down with Mati Staniszewski, the visionary CEO and co-founder of ElevenLabs, a leader in AI audio technology. Mati shares the origin story of ElevenLabs, detailing how a frustration with subpar dubbing in Polish movies sparked a mission to revolutionize audio processing. The conversation delves into the technical challenges and breakthrough...

In this episode of the AI Native Dev podcast, Simon Maple sits down with Farhath Razzaque, a freelance software AI engineer who has been extensively using AI tools in his development workflow. Farhath has built a reputation as a trusted voice in the AI and software development communities, thanks to his rich background and experience. He has worked on multiple projects that integrate cutting-edge...

Join Simon Maple as he hosts a compelling discussion at the State of Open Con, featuring Amanda Brock, CEO of OpenUK, Guy Podjarny, Founder and CEO of Tessl, and Richard Sikang Bian, Head of Open Source from Ant Group. This episode delves into the impact of DeepSeek R1, a groundbreaking AI model that has taken the market by storm due to its cost-effective and innovative approach. The panel explore...