In modern software development, we’re not facing a code shortage — we’re drowning in it. With AI-generated code accelerating output and modern applications scaling rapidly, developers are being asked to manage more code than ever…with the same 24 hours in a day.

This talk unpacks the growing phenomenon of “code abundance” and what it means for engineering teams, CI/CD pipelines, and the developer experience. As testing and maintenance workloads balloon, leading companies are finding new ways to reduce developer toil and maintain speed without compromising security or compliance. Shawn Ahmed, CPO at CloudBees — a DevOps solution trusted by the world’s largest enterprises — will share real-world insights from the front lines. He’ll explore how forward-thinking teams are evolving their delivery practices, how AI is both a cause and a cure, and why automation is becoming the key to surviving (and thriving) in this new era.

Audience members will walk away with a clear understanding of:

• The growing phenomenon of “code abundance” and the ways it is affecting developer productivity and the software delivery process
• New, updated practices that reduce time between code and delivery, allowing teams to iterate quickly, while also maintaining security to reduce vulnerabilities and protect sensitive data
• The role automation plays in efficiency and productivity in the era of code abundance, and how to update CI/CD practices accordingly