Vibe Coding: 10 Essential Insights Before You Let AI Write Your Career Suicide Note

Welcome to the brave new world of vibe coding — where software is built by AI, guided by human vibes, and occasionally blessed with working logic.

In this BABites episode, we break down:

• What vibe coding is and where it came from

• Why developers (and startups) are all over it

• Where it’s brilliant… and where it’s a disaster

• How it creates sneaky tech debt faster than you can say “refactor”

• Real examples from Replit, Amazon, and the front lines of dev teams

Whether you're a business analyst, product owner, or developer trying to make sense of the hype — this is the episode you need.

🎧 Listen now. Learn fast. Code responsibly.

#BaBites #vibecoding #softwareengineering #techdebt #businessanalysis #AIinTech #AndrejKarpathy #Replit #AmazonCodeWhisperer

In this BA Bites episode, we tackle a foundational question:
How do we connect all the bits and pieces of our systems without creating chaos?

We explore:
🔹 Why “One System to Rule Them All” sounds great—but usually fails
🔹 How too many microservices can lead to micro-mess
🔹 The importance of modularity, interoperability, and smart integration
🔹 Tools and techniques BAs can use to drive connected solutions
🔹 Real-world examples of integration gone wrong (and right!)

Whether you’re working in government, education, health, or fintech—this one’s for you.

Don’t let your systems become silos.
Tune in now and help your business build integration the right way.

What the heck is MCP and why should business leaders care? In this episode of BA Bites, we break down Modular Communication Protocol (MCP) — the quiet enabler behind smart factories, AI agents, robotics, and real-time automation.

MCP isn’t just tech jargon. It’s what allows machines, AI tools, and systems from different vendors to talk to each other — reliably, securely, and in real time. And it's reshaping the way businesses operate.

🔟 We explore 10 practical ways MCP is already being used in business:
✅ Real-time automation
✅ Plug-and-play AI systems
✅ Interoperability across vendors
✅ Bridging legacy systems with modern tools
✅ Building autonomous ecosystems

Whether you’re a Business Analyst, Product Owner, CTO, or just AI-curious — this is the protocol you didn’t know you needed to understand.

🎧 Listen now and get ahead of the curve.
📌 Better Business Analysis Institute | Hosted by Benjamen Walsh

The role of the Business Analyst is evolving, and more BAs are stepping into Product Owner roles than ever before. But why?

In this episode of BA Bites, we explore:
✅ The impact of Agile and why businesses need fewer requirements gatherers and more decision-makers.
✅ The natural skill overlap between BAs and POs—and why transitioning is easier than you think.
✅ The financial and career growth opportunities that make the PO path so attractive.
✅ Practical steps to start making the shift today.

If you’re a BA wondering what’s next, this episode is packed with insights to help you future-proof your career.

Listen now and take control of your next career move! 🎙🚀

#BusinessAnalysis #ProductOwner #Agile #CareerGrowth #BABites

🎙️ BA Bites: 5 Steps to Tackle Chaos in a New Job or Project

You’ve just stepped into a new job or project, and it’s a complete mess—deadlines are looming, nobody seems aligned, and chaos reigns. So, where do you even start?

In this episode of BA Bites, we break down five practical steps to help you regain control, bring structure to the madness, and start making an impact fast. Whether you’re a Business Analyst, Project Manager, or just trying to survive a new role, these insights will help you navigate uncertainty with confidence.

🔹 Observe before acting – Avoid knee-jerk reactions and analyse the situation first.
🔹 Find the key players – Who really drives decisions and progress?
🔹 Define success – Get clarity on what "good" looks like.
🔹 Tame the chaos – Cut through the noise and manage communication overload.
🔹 Show quick wins – Small victories create momentum.

Tune in now to learn how to turn a chaotic situation into an opportunity to shine.

🔗 Follow, subscribe, and share with someone who’s dealing with workplace chaos!

Feeling overwhelmed as a BA?

In this episode of BA Bites, we explore 10 practical ways Business Analysts can use mindfulness and strategic timeouts to reduce risk and improve mental health.

That’s why in the latest episode of BA Bites, I’m diving into 10 ways BAs can use mindfulness and strategic timeouts to reduce risk and improve mental health.

🔹 Taking a breath before reacting
🔹 Using the 5-second rule to prevent overcommitment
🔹 Scheduling "thinking time" like a meeting
🔹 Walking away to gain perspective
🔹 Reducing decision fatigue with timeout decisions

🚀 BA Bites - 10 Things Every BA Must Know About Modern Data Management 🚀

Data is the lifeblood of business decision-making, but how can Business Analysts navigate the ever-evolving landscape of data fabrics, analytics models, and automated pipelines?

In this episode of The Better Business Analyst Podcast, we break down the 10 key things you need to know to get started with modern data management. We cover:

✅ The Data Management Lifecycle
✅ Data Fabrics & Pipelines
✅ Levels of Data Quality
✅ AI-Powered Analytics
✅ Data Storytelling & Business Value

If you’re a BA looking to enhance your data skills and stay ahead of the curve, this episode is for you! 🎧 Tune in now and take your data game to the next level.

#BusinessAnalysis #DataManagement #Analytics #DataDriven #BAPodcast

AI is powerful—but it’s also a confident liar. From making up legal cases to spreading financial misinformation, AI “hallucinations” are causing real-world business disasters.

In this episode, we break down:

✅ Shocking AI failures that cost businesses millions
✅ How AI-generated misinformation spreads (and why you should never blindly trust AI insights)
✅ What Business Analysts can do to fact-check AI before it wrecks a project

Featuring real examples from legal cases, banking crises, deepfake scams, and tech blunders—this episode is a must-listen for any BA, PM, or decision-maker using AI in their work.

AI is transforming how businesses operate, but do you really know what an AI agent is and how to use one? In this episode ofBA Bites, we break it all down:

✅What AI agents are (and how they think!)
✅How they’re designed and how they make decisions
✅Real-world use cases—from chatbots to automation to predictive analysis
✅Examples of AI agents in action
✅How to set one up and start using AI in your business today

Whether you're a BA, product manager, or just AI-curious, this episode gives you the knowledge toleverage AI agents in your work—without the jargon!

🎧 Listen now and take your understanding of AI to the next level! 🚀

#BusinessAnalysis #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #BitesizeLearning

💡 AI is revolutionising Business Analysis—but where do BAs fit in?

In this episode of BA Bites, I take a fresh look at AI in 2025 and beyond. We’ve talked about AI before, but things are moving fast. From AI copilots writing user stories to predictive analytics shaping business decisions, Business Analysts need to adapt—or risk being left behind.

🎙️ In this episode, we cover:

✔️ AI’s role in automating BA tasks—friend or foe?
✔️ How AI can analyse stakeholders and predict resistance
✔️ AI vs. human judgement—who wins in data analysis?
✔️ AI-powered decision-making—should we trust it?
✔️ The ethics of AI—bias, transparency & accountability

💬 Is AI a threat or a tool for BAs? Join the conversation on LinkedIn!

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