In this episode, host Joe Colantonio dives deep into the future of AI in DevOps with Bridges Smith, the VP of Product Management for AI at SmartBear. With over 25 years of experience leading innovations in product development, machine learning, and AI, Bridges brings a wealth of firsthand insights on how AI is rapidly evolving and shaping how developers and testers work.
Together, Joe and Bridges explore the shift from basic generative AI to the rise of agentic AI. These AI systems can make decisions and automate more complex tasks within DevOps and testing pipelines. They discuss the importance of keeping humans in the loop, how AI is tackling mundane and repetitive tasks to free up creativity, practical strategies for successfully integrating AI tools, and what metrics you should track to measure real gains.
You'll also hear about SmartBear's unique approach to embedding AI directly into workflows—accelerating testing, documentation, and observability—plus real-world use cases where these advancements are already making a difference. Whether you're optimistic or skeptical about AI's impact on the software industry, this episode is packed with actionable insights on future-proof your skills and embrace what's next in DevOps and AI.
Tune in, learn what's hype and what's real, and get ready to take your DevOps toolchain to the next level!
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