Summary
As AI becomes inseparable from modern software delivery, DevEx leaders are at a crossroads. No longer just stewards of tools and workflows, they are uniquely positioned to lead the AI transformation across engineering organizations.
In this session, leaders from Expedia Group and LinearB will make the case for why DevEx must own AI strategy—not simply support it. With AI reshaping code generation, review, testing, and release, the next frontier of developer productivity depends on how well DevEx operationalizes AI. Attendees will learn why measurement without action falls short, and how AI—when harnessed by DevEx—can turn data into decisions and insights into automation. You’ll leave with a bold new lens on AI’s role in engineering and why DevEx is poised to lead the way.
Speakers
Guillermo Manzo is the Director of Developer Enablement at Expedia Group. He spearheads the evolution of developer productivity by eliminating friction, championing intuitive workflows, and pioneering self-service platforms—driving enterprise-wide adoption of solutions like LinearB and Backstage.io.
A visionary in the field of Developer Experience (DevEx), Guillermo empowers engineers with the tools, platforms, and practices to achieve breakthrough velocity, quality, and impact. His relentless focus on removing barriers and optimizing workflows has made him a trusted advocate for thousands of developers and a catalyst for engineering excellence.
Dan Lines is the Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer of LinearB, where he is helping engineering leaders navigate the seismic shift AI has brought to software delivery. A recognized voice in the industry, Dan also co-hosts the Dev Interrupted podcast and newsletter, a global community that reaches tens of thousands of engineering leaders every week.
At LinearB, Dan is redefining how software is delivered in the AI era. As code creation accelerates, delivery pipelines have become the bottleneck. LinearB equips DevEx, Platform, and AI enablement teams with real-time visibility, developer-first automation, and AI-powered code reviews, so they can ship faster, improve developer experience, and lead with confidence.
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