The Future of Software Development with AI

Cloud Security Podcast

23-04-2024 • 38 mins

How can we leverage AI for more secure and efficient code and how will it impact devsecops? Ashish spoke to Michael Hanley, CSO and SVP of Engineering at GitHub, about the transformative impact of GitHub Copilot and AI on software development and security. Michael speaks about GitHub's internal use of Copilot for over three years and its role in enhancing developer satisfaction and productivity by removing mundane coding tasks. They speak about the broader implications for DevSecOps, the future of AI in coding, and strategic tips for integrating AI tools within organizations.


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Questions asked:

(00:00) Introduction

(02:19) A bit about Michael Hanley

(04:25) Making Security Easy for Developers

(07:17) What is GitHub Copilot?

(10:01) Whats the Future of AI for Security and Developers?

(13:36) Security Recommendations for using AI

(16:35) How is data stored in GitHub Copilot?

(17:40) How is AI impacting DevSecOps?

(21:50) The balance between Security and Innovation

(24:18) The evolution of education with AI

(27:30) Strategic Approach for CISOs implementing AI Pair Programmers

(30:08) Bridging the gap between Security and Engineering

(34:37) The Fun Questions


Resources spoken about during the episode:

https://resources.github.com/copilot-trust-center/
https://www.github.careers/careers-home