Join us as we sit down with AWS Solutions Architect Mirabela Dan for a journey into the world of generative AI for developers. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just getting started, this episode is your gateway to staying ahead in the AI revolution. Discover: the game-changing shift from "vibe coding" to spec-driven development and learn about the latest AWS AI tools that can supercharge your productivity. Get real-world insights on how AI is reshaping the developer landscape and plan essential strategies to future-proof your development career Don't miss this power-packed episode where we demystify the intersection of AI and modern development practices. Get ready to transform the way you build with AWS's innovative AI solutions! Learn more: https://aws.amazon.com/ai/ and https://kiro.dev/ Connect with Mirabela: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carmenmirabeladan/ Chapters 0:00:00 : Introduction and Guest Background 0:02:48 : Mirabela's Journey at AWS 0:05:38 : Working with Different Customer Types 0:08:52 : Shift from Infrastructure to AI 0:09:35 : Evolution of Developer Role with AI 0:15:49 : Challenges in Developing with AI 0:20:06 : AI for Code Generation vs Maintenance 0:28:33 : Spec-Driven Development Approach 0:39:30 : Balancing Planning vs Rapid Delivery 0:42:23 : Kiro - AWS AI-Powered IDE 0:44:46 : MCP Integration 0:46:10 : Agent Steering and Hooks 0:54:43 : Code Transformation with AI 0:55:57 : Future of Developer Role 0:59:55 : Consuming AI/Tech Updates 1:00:17 : Personal Learning Methods 1:01:30 : Optimism for Future of Development 1:02:34 : Closing Remarks