# \#brian-jenney **URL:** https://www.artofsm.art/tag/brian-jenney/385.md [Latest](https://www.artofsm.art/latest.md) · [Categories](https://www.artofsm.art/categories.md) · [Tags](https://www.artofsm.art/tags.md) --- ## [Stop writing code, start doing this](https://www.artofsm.art/t/stop-writing-code-start-doing-this/26571)
**Author:** [@artesia](https://www.artofsm.art/u/artesia)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [21 October 2026 19:25 UTC](https://www.artofsm.art/t/stop-writing-code-start-doing-this/26571 "2026-10-21T19:25:00Z")
The speaker emphasizes that while traditional coding skills remain important, the future of software engineering lies in effectively managing AI tools and integrating them into development workflows to enha… --- ## [5 things I'm betting on in 2027 as a software developer](https://www.artofsm.art/t/5-things-im-betting-on-in-2027-as-a-software-developer/25845)
**Author:** [@artesia](https://www.artofsm.art/u/artesia)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [13 October 2026 18:12 UTC](https://www.artofsm.art/t/5-things-im-betting-on-in-2027-as-a-software-developer/25845 "2026-10-13T18:12:45Z")
The video emphasizes that by 2027, software developers should focus on broadening their skills beyond technical expertise, particularly by becoming trusted AI intermediaries, effective communicators, and ve… --- ## [AI destroyed my business](https://www.artofsm.art/t/ai-destroyed-my-business/25231)
**Author:** [@artesia](https://www.artofsm.art/u/artesia)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [7 October 2026 20:09 UTC](https://www.artofsm.art/t/ai-destroyed-my-business/25231 "2026-10-07T20:09:31Z")
The speaker recounts how AI advancements and market shifts led to the decline of their coding boot camp business, prompting them to pivot into AI engineering and develop a program to train developers in thi… --- ## [She shipped 2500 PRs last month?](https://www.artofsm.art/t/she-shipped-2500-prs-last-month/24684)
**Author:** [@artesia](https://www.artofsm.art/u/artesia)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [30 September 2026 19:23 UTC](https://www.artofsm.art/t/she-shipped-2500-prs-last-month/24684 "2026-09-30T19:23:56Z")
The video highlights engineer Lauren Tan’s impressive feat of shipping 2,500 high-quality, small, and reversible pull requests per month using agentic engineering—leveraging AI agents guided by innovative t… --- ## [The only project you need to build](https://www.artofsm.art/t/the-only-project-you-need-to-build/24365)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.artofsm.art/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [25 September 2026 13:37 UTC](https://www.artofsm.art/t/the-only-project-you-need-to-build/24365 "2026-09-25T13:37:32Z")
--- ## [The High-Paying AI Role You’ve Never Heard Of: Forward-Deployed Engineer](https://www.artofsm.art/t/the-high-paying-ai-role-you-ve-never-heard-of-forward-deployed-engineer/23418)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.artofsm.art/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [1 September 2026 17:20 UTC](https://www.artofsm.art/t/the-high-paying-ai-role-you-ve-never-heard-of-forward-deployed-engineer/23418 "2026-09-01T17:20:41Z")
The video highlights the role of Forward-Deployed Engineers (FDEs), who combine strong AI technical skills with the ability to communicate complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders, making them highly … --- ## [Senior Advice You Won't Read Anywhere Else](https://www.artofsm.art/t/senior-advice-you-wont-read-anywhere-else/23179)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.artofsm.art/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [25 August 2026 17:24 UTC](https://www.artofsm.art/t/senior-advice-you-wont-read-anywhere-else/23179 "2026-08-25T17:24:07Z")
Brian Jenny shares that becoming a senior engineer requires more than technical skills, emphasizing the importance of authority, autonomy, and influence, while recognizing that seniority is subjective and o… --- ## [AI Engineer Roadmap (for full stack developers)](https://www.artofsm.art/t/ai-engineer-roadmap-for-full-stack-developers/22852)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.artofsm.art/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [18 August 2026 17:20 UTC](https://www.artofsm.art/t/ai-engineer-roadmap-for-full-stack-developers/22852 "2026-08-18T17:20:30Z")
The video outlines the path for full stack developers to become AI leads by focusing on practical AI engineering skills like full stack development, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), agent versus workfl… --- ## [Humans make mistakes. Agents don't?](https://www.artofsm.art/t/humans-make-mistakes-agents-dont/22370)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.artofsm.art/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [11 August 2026 17:20 UTC](https://www.artofsm.art/t/humans-make-mistakes-agents-dont/22370 "2026-08-11T17:20:31Z")
The video argues that AI-generated code is not inherently error-free and often contains critical issues due to AI’s lack of true understanding, highlighting the importance of human oversight and standard en… --- ## [Stop getting better at Claude...multiply your impact instead](https://www.artofsm.art/t/stop-getting-better-at-claude-multiply-your-impact-instead/22082)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.artofsm.art/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [4 August 2026 00:46 UTC](https://www.artofsm.art/t/stop-getting-better-at-claude-multiply-your-impact-instead/22082 "2026-08-04T00:46:28Z")
The speaker outlines four progressive levels of using the AI tool Claude—from basic assistance to integrating it as a service and deploying organizational plugins—to multiply impact and streamline engineeri… --- ## [MPC doesn't have to be complicated](https://www.artofsm.art/t/mpc-doesnt-have-to-be-complicated/22022)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.artofsm.art/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [2 August 2026 17:20 UTC](https://www.artofsm.art/t/mpc-doesnt-have-to-be-complicated/22022 "2026-08-02T17:20:32Z")
The video explains that Multi-Chain Protocol (MCP) is a simple adaptation of Remote Procedure Call (RPC) for large language models, allowing users to create and register custom tools—such as accessing a vec… --- ## [What Happens to Developers Who Only Know How to Code](https://www.artofsm.art/t/what-happens-to-developers-who-only-know-how-to-code/21802)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.artofsm.art/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [28 July 2026 17:20 UTC](https://www.artofsm.art/t/what-happens-to-developers-who-only-know-how-to-code/21802 "2026-07-28T17:20:54Z")
As AI reduces the centrality of coding in software development, developers must expand their roles to include strong communication, system-level design, and technical leadership to remain valuable and influ… --- ## [Frontend to AI Engineer: A Practical Path](https://www.artofsm.art/t/frontend-to-ai-engineer-a-practical-path/21484)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.artofsm.art/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [21 July 2026 17:54 UTC](https://www.artofsm.art/t/frontend-to-ai-engineer-a-practical-path/21484 "2026-07-21T17:54:13Z")
The speaker argues that front-end developers are well-positioned to transition into AI engineering by leveraging their existing skills in API integration, user interface design, and applied AI tools without… --- ## [It's not what you think](https://www.artofsm.art/t/its-not-what-you-think/21203)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.artofsm.art/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [14 July 2026 17:35 UTC](https://www.artofsm.art/t/its-not-what-you-think/21203 "2026-07-14T17:35:24Z")
The speaker shares his journey from starting coding at 32 to becoming a senior software engineer, emphasizing that while entry-level tech jobs are declining, mid-career opportunities—especially in AI and ap… --- ## [The Most Expensive AI Engineering Mistakes](https://www.artofsm.art/t/the-most-expensive-ai-engineering-mistakes/20934)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.artofsm.art/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [7 July 2026 17:21 UTC](https://www.artofsm.art/t/the-most-expensive-ai-engineering-mistakes/20934 "2026-07-07T17:21:00Z")
The video highlights common costly mistakes in AI engineering, such as creating overly complex agents, misusing semantic search, neglecting data understanding, overcomplicating solutions with vector databas… --- ## [And other AI hype phrases I hate](https://www.artofsm.art/t/and-other-ai-hype-phrases-i-hate/20724)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.artofsm.art/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [30 June 2026 17:47 UTC](https://www.artofsm.art/t/and-other-ai-hype-phrases-i-hate/20724 "2026-06-30T17:47:44Z")
The speaker, an experienced software developer, critiques common AI hype in coding, emphasizing that AI is a helpful tool but not a replacement for human expertise, quality code, or sound business ideas. Th… --- ## [I tried recruiting — here's what shocked me](https://www.artofsm.art/t/i-tried-recruiting-heres-what-shocked-me/20480)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.artofsm.art/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [23 June 2026 17:20 UTC](https://www.artofsm.art/t/i-tried-recruiting-heres-what-shocked-me/20480 "2026-06-23T17:20:59Z")
The speaker, a software developer turned recruiter, shares insights on the current tech job market, emphasizing the importance of a strong, confident LinkedIn presence and advanced AI engineering skills to … --- ## [Stability is a myth (and it's hurting your career)](https://www.artofsm.art/t/stability-is-a-myth-and-its-hurting-your-career/20290)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.artofsm.art/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [16 June 2026 17:20 UTC](https://www.artofsm.art/t/stability-is-a-myth-and-its-hurting-your-career/20290 "2026-06-16T17:20:54Z")
The video argues that stability in a software development career is a myth and that embracing calculated risks—such as strategic job hopping, volunteering for challenging projects, and investing in emerging… --- ## [Just cheat? An anti-guide to cheating in tech interviews](https://www.artofsm.art/t/just-cheat-an-anti-guide-to-cheating-in-tech-interviews/20015)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.artofsm.art/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [9 June 2026 17:20 UTC](https://www.artofsm.art/t/just-cheat-an-anti-guide-to-cheating-in-tech-interviews/20015 "2026-06-09T17:20:47Z")
The video discusses an AI engineering interview where candidates were encouraged to use AI tools but many still cheated, revealing a lack of genuine understanding and critical thinking essential for the rol… --- ## [Vibe Coding Hell: A Cautionary Tale](https://www.artofsm.art/t/vibe-coding-hell-a-cautionary-tale/19462)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.artofsm.art/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [2 June 2026 17:20 UTC](https://www.artofsm.art/t/vibe-coding-hell-a-cautionary-tale/19462 "2026-06-02T17:20:46Z")
The speaker shares their experience at an AI-driven startup where non-technical leadership’s obsession with rapid delivery and reliance on AI-generated code led to chaotic, unmaintainable products burdened … --- ## [The Layoff Advice Nobody Gives You (Because It's Uncomfortable)](https://www.artofsm.art/t/the-layoff-advice-nobody-gives-you-because-its-uncomfortable/19218)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.artofsm.art/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [26 May 2026 18:24 UTC](https://www.artofsm.art/t/the-layoff-advice-nobody-gives-you-because-its-uncomfortable/19218 "2026-05-26T18:24:39Z")
The video discusses the recent tech layoffs, criticizing insensitive corporate decisions and sharing personal experiences to offer practical advice on navigating job loss, emphasizing the importance of alig… --- ## [Code quality doesn't matter anymore](https://www.artofsm.art/t/code-quality-doesnt-matter-anymore/18880)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.artofsm.art/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [18 May 2026 17:21 UTC](https://www.artofsm.art/t/code-quality-doesnt-matter-anymore/18880 "2026-05-18T17:21:17Z")
The video argues that despite the rise of AI-assisted development, maintaining code quality remains essential to prevent costly failures and ensure maintainability, highlighting real-world disasters caused … --- ## [Now it makes sense](https://www.artofsm.art/t/now-it-makes-sense/18566)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.artofsm.art/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [11 May 2026 17:20 UTC](https://www.artofsm.art/t/now-it-makes-sense/18566 "2026-05-11T17:20:59Z")
The video argues that despite AI advancements, junior developers remain essential for software development due to their unique skills, human insight, and role in sustaining the talent pipeline, which AI can… --- ## [Our AI Engineer Curriculum Leaked](https://www.artofsm.art/t/our-ai-engineer-curriculum-leaked/18328)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.artofsm.art/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [4 May 2026 18:20 UTC](https://www.artofsm.art/t/our-ai-engineer-curriculum-leaked/18328 "2026-05-04T18:20:29Z")
The video outlines a free AI Engineer Curriculum focused on transitioning from full stack to AI engineering by leveraging existing large language models, Retrieval Augmented Generation techniques, and vecto… --- ## [The Brutal Truth About Junior Dev Hiring in 2026](https://www.artofsm.art/t/the-brutal-truth-about-junior-dev-hiring-in-2026/18070)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.artofsm.art/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [27 April 2026 17:20 UTC](https://www.artofsm.art/t/the-brutal-truth-about-junior-dev-hiring-in-2026/18070 "2026-04-27T17:20:31Z")
The video explains that despite a tougher junior developer job market in 2026, candidates can succeed by building comprehensive, real-world projects, mastering fundamental coding skills alongside AI tools, … --- ## [3 Ways to Do RAG Without Vector Databases (Explained Simply)](https://www.artofsm.art/t/3-ways-to-do-rag-without-vector-databases-explained-simply/17829)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.artofsm.art/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [20 April 2026 17:24 UTC](https://www.artofsm.art/t/3-ways-to-do-rag-without-vector-databases-explained-simply/17829 "2026-04-20T17:24:53Z")
The video explains that Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) can be effectively implemented without relying solely on vector databases by using alternatives like dynamic documents, file-based storage, or co… --- ## [Your AI Agent's Critical Weakness Exposed](https://www.artofsm.art/t/your-ai-agents-critical-weakness-exposed/17576)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.artofsm.art/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [13 April 2026 16:46 UTC](https://www.artofsm.art/t/your-ai-agents-critical-weakness-exposed/17576 "2026-04-13T16:46:32Z")
The video exposes a critical vulnerability in large language models where malicious text-based instructions, especially through prompt injections and poisoned external documents, can lead to severe security… --- ## [The 3 Rites of Passage Every Developer Goes Through (And Nobody Warned Me About)](https://www.artofsm.art/t/the-3-rites-of-passage-every-developer-goes-through-and-nobody-warned-me-about/17256)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.artofsm.art/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [6 April 2026 16:34 UTC](https://www.artofsm.art/t/the-3-rites-of-passage-every-developer-goes-through-and-nobody-warned-me-about/17256 "2026-04-06T16:34:47Z")
The speaker outlines three essential rites of passage every developer faces: striving to move beyond junior status through risk-taking and failure, managing the consequences of breaking production systems, … --- ## [Build This AI Project and You’re Ahead of 90% of Developers](https://www.artofsm.art/t/build-this-ai-project-and-you-re-ahead-of-90-of-developers/17099)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.artofsm.art/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [31 March 2026 16:59 UTC](https://www.artofsm.art/t/build-this-ai-project-and-you-re-ahead-of-90-of-developers/17099 "2026-03-31T16:59:45Z")
The video presents a practical AI project that guides developers to build an AI advisory board using YouTube influencer transcripts, combining API integration, prompt engineering, and a simple retrieval-aug… --- ## [Coding was never the bottleneck](https://www.artofsm.art/t/coding-was-never-the-bottleneck/16931)
**Author:** [@merefield](https://www.artofsm.art/u/merefield)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [23 March 2026 19:47 UTC](https://www.artofsm.art/t/coding-was-never-the-bottleneck/16931 "2026-03-23T19:47:06Z")
The video argues that coding speed is not the primary bottleneck in software development, emphasizing that defining clear requirements, thorough review, testing, deployment, and monitoring remain critical s… [Next page](https://www.artofsm.art/tag/brian-jenney/385.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=brian-jenney)