Tim O’Reilly—founder of O’Reilly Media and one of the most influential voices in tech—argues we’re not witnessing the end of programming, but the beginning of something far bigger. He draws on past computing revolutions to explore how AI is reshaping what it means to build software, why real breakthroughs come from the edge—not incumbents—and what it takes to learn, teach, and build responsibly in the age of AI.
00:00 The Evolution of Programming: From Compilers to AI
01:49 Introducing Tim O'Reilly: A Visionary in Technology
02:19 AI's Impact on Programming and Development
07:15 The Democratization of Technology and Creativity
15:02 The Future of AI and Decentralization
26:48 The Changing Landscape of Software Development
39:40 The Commoditization of Power and Recycled Intelligence
40:11 The Evolution of O'Reilly and Education
41:07 Teaching Generative AI and Overcoming Learning Hurdles
42:18 The Unix Experience and Learning by Doing
43:41 AI as a Tool for Non-Programmers
45:25 The Fragility of Software and Technical Debt
46:40 The Importance of Passion Projects in Learning
48:36 Organizing Time for Learning in Chaotic Environments
53:34 The Future of AI: Decentralization and Architecture of Participation
01:02:26 AI Governance and Communication Protocols
01:05:00 The Role of Cloud Infrastructure in AI Safety
01:17:40 The Future of Jobs in an AI-Driven World
01:21:43 Final Thoughts and Practical Advice