What do you get when you mix five decades of tech experience, a front-row seat to every major shift in computing, and one of the most recognizable voices at AWS? You get Jeff Barr — and in this special bonus episode, we dive deep into his journey from the dawn of personal computing to the fast-moving frontier of Generative AI.

Jeff shares how GenAI fits into the larger story of software evolution, why today’s developers need to unlearn old habits, and how the next big innovation might come from a silly experiment — like turning 1,400 selfies into a perfectly aligned GIF.

Tune in to hear:

• Why deterministic thinking no longer serves developers in the GenAI era

• How AI is changing software development, data strategy, and even executive decision-making

• Why the “apps” of tomorrow might be disposable — but the data must endure

• Jeff’s advice for developers and execs on how to stay relevant: “Just start. Do something.”

Whether you’re an engineer, a business leader, or just AI-curious, this episode is packed with practical wisdom, thoughtful provocations, and the kind of long-view insight only Jeff Barr can offer.

 

Additional Resources:

• AWS News Blog

 

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