Scott Werner

In this episode, we welcome Scott Werner, CEO of Sublayer, to discuss the future of software development and how AI is transforming the industry. Scott shares his experiences and insights on how AI is changing the way startups build and maintain software products, including Sublayer’s AI-driven tools like APM, Augmentations, and Artificial Ruby. They explore practical applications of AI in software engineering, the concept of MCP, and the fast-evolving landscape of AI technology, offering valuable takeaways for developers and tech entrepreneurs.

00:20 Overview of Sublayer's AI Focus
01:20 Main Products and Innovations
03:29 AI in Software Development
07:00 Triggers and AI Automation
08:58 MCP and Structured Outputs
17:53 Open Source and AI Agents
20:05 The Future of AI in Development
21:15 Journey to Sublayer: A Winding Road
23:10 Challenges and Innovations in AI Product Development
28:09 The Fast Fashion Era of Software
33:14 The Future of AI and Business Models
40:17 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans

LINKS

- Sublayer Website

- Scott's Blog (Works on My Machine)

- Ryan's Website

- Brendan's X/Twitter

- Brendan's Bluesky

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