What's next in Software Development: ThoughtWorks' CTO Rachel on Generative AI, Legacy Modernization, and Developer Satisfaction

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What if you could revolutionize the way software is developed and modernized? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Rachel, the global CTO of ThoughtWorks, who has been at the forefront of technological innovation for 14 years. From her early days as a software developer in London to her current leadership role, Rachel walks us through ThoughtWorks' mission to help clients modernize and build robust software systems. Discover the industry's keen focus on generative AI and the transformative potential it holds—not just in coding but in knowledge sharing and test case generation. Rachel also touches on the importance of having a solid data architecture and the ongoing challenges of legacy modernization.
We'll also dive deep into the complexities of managing technical debt and modernizing legacy systems. Rachel shares insights on the frustrations developers face and the critical importance of monitoring developer satisfaction. Learn about the inefficiencies caused by outdated code and how tools like knowledge graphs and generative AI can incrementally modernize systems. This episode also explores trust and reliability in AI systems, the role of senior leadership in tackling technical debt, and the excitement surrounding emerging technologies at ThoughtWorks. Don't miss out on this chance to gain a holistic understanding of modern software development challenges and solutions straight from a leading expert in the field.

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1. What's next in Software Development: ThoughtWorks' CTO Rachel on Generative AI, Legacy Modernization, and Developer Satisfaction (00:00:00)

2. Exploring Software Innovation With ThoughtWorks (00:00:02)

3. Managing Legacy Systems and Technical Debt (00:09:59)

4. Overcoming Challenges in Software Innovation (00:17:03)