Harnessing AI to Revolutionize Code Review | Hunter Brooks, Ellipsis
Release Date: 11/21/2024
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info_outlineIn this episode of the Tesoro AI podcast, we speak with Hunter Brooks, co-founder and CEO of Ellipsis. We discuss Hunter's journey from a self-taught developer with a background in astrophysics to creating an AI-driven code review tool. Hunter elaborates on his professional experiences at companies like Capital One and Amazon, where he gained exposure to machine learning and AI. We delve into the capabilities of Ellipsis, how it revolutionizes the code review process by leveraging state-of-the-art large language models (LLMs) to ensure code quality and efficiency. Hunter shares insights into the transition from traditional coding methods to AI-assisted development, emphasizing the importance of integrating AI to improve productivity without replacing human oversight. The discussion also covers the challenges and advantages of launching an AI startup, including valuable advice from their experience with Y Combinator and the role of VC funding in the crowded AI DevTools space. The episode provides a comprehensive look at how AI can optimize software development, the future of coding, and practical steps for teams and individuals to adopt these advanced tools.
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Founder Bio:
Hunter Brooks is a versatile professional who transitioned from astrophysics to software engineering. Before co-founding Ellipsis, he gained experience at Amazon Web Services (AWS), where he honed his technical expertise. He also contributed to the field of cosmology through research and publications.
Time Stamps:
00:33 Hunter's Background and Career Journey
04:03 Early Challenges with AI and Code Generation
05:26 The State of AI in Code Writing
09:06 Introduction to Ellipsis
12:01 How Ellipsis Enhances Code Review
15:46 Team Code Review Process
19:34 Personalization and Efficiency in Code Review
24:04 Starting an AI Platform as a Startup
26:12 What Ellipsis Does to Go Beyond Basic Code Review
28:19 Empowering Developers with Advanced Tools
29:52 Getting Started with Ellipsis
31:30 Addressing Security Concerns
34:12 Building a Technical Team
38:38 Fundraising in the AI Space
43:07 Future Developments and Features
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