Does Code Quality Still Matter? It Depends on This — Max Kanat-Alexander, Capital One
AI Engineer — Oct 21, 2026 — talk
Why watch
Max Kanat-Alexander presents a framework for understanding when code quality matters, distinguishing between disposable software (low consequence, easily replaced) and durable software (high stakes, many dependents). This talk is for senior engineers and technical leads seeking to make informed decisions about where to invest in code quality versus where to accept lower rigor in the age of AI-generated code.