The Next Coding Horizon: Proactive LLMs for Enhanced Productivity
Anastasia Kazakova
09:00-10:30, Tuesday, 1st April 2025
Programming languages and developer tools have consistently enhanced software development workflows. Now, Large Language Models (LLMs) are significantly changing the landscape, augmenting traditional tools and creating new possibilities. A recent survey shows that 69% of developers have tried, and 49% regularly use, ChatGPT for coding and other development-related activities —indicating a significant shift in how we approach software development. The question is no longer whether to use these AI-powered tools, but rather how to understand and harness their long-term impact.
This talk explores the practical application of LLMs in software development, showcasing both successful and unsuccessful use cases to highlight key lessons learned. We'll examine effective strategies for leveraging LLMs to meet specific developer needs, focusing on avoiding common pitfalls. Finally, we'll envision a future where AI-powered development environments act as proactive partners, enhancing developer productivity and efficiency.
Anastasia Kazakova
Anastasia started as a C and C++ developer. She created real-time unix-based systems and pushed them to production for 8 years. She worked as an intern in Microsoft Research, Networking department, outsourced in Telecom, and launched the 4G network. She has a passion for networking algorithms and embedded programming and believes in good tooling. With all her love for C++, she switched to marketing on the JetBrains C++ tools. She is now Head of Marketing and Business Development in .NET and Game Development Tools.