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⚡ AI Coding: Speed is Everything

July 30, 20251 min read

I shared what I learned building 52 startups in 52 weeks — and how Claude Code forced me to rethink my entire development workflow (again).

In this talk at Vancouver AI, I covered:

📈 Why more output doesn't mean better outcomes ⚡ How to code faster without sacrificing quality 🧠 What AI still can't do for you (yet) 🎯 The real bottlenecks in AI-assisted development 🚀 Practical tips for integrating AI coding agents into your workflow

Key Takeaways

  • Speed in development is crucial, but it's not just about typing faster
  • AI coding agents like Claude Code can dramatically accelerate certain tasks
  • The real value comes from knowing when and how to leverage AI effectively
  • Understanding the limitations of AI is just as important as knowing its capabilities

Originally presented at Vancouver AI

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