Code smarter, not harder: How AI Tools Boost Your Productivity

AI tools are changing how we write code, but also how we think about development itself. In this lightning talk, Daniel Sogl, Software Architect at Thinktecture AG, gives a fast, practical overview of AI-powered coding assistants like GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Bolt.new, and v0.

You’ll learn how these tools speed up repetitive tasks, reduce boilerplate, and open up more time for creative, strategic work. Daniel also shares the tradeoffs, challenges, and when it’s best to rely on your own judgment. If you’re curious about making your dev workflow faster without losing quality, this talk is for you.