AI changes the Tools, you still own the Craft
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AI changes the Tools, you still own the Craft

A practical guide for engineers and leaders to adapt AI across the stack and the organization

About the Book

This book is a practical guide for engineers and leaders learning how to work with AI in software development. It’s not about big promises or future guesses, it’s about what’s really changing in our daily work, and how we can keep growing with it.

You’ll find real stories, lessons, and tips on how to use AI in coding, team setup, and working with product teams. The goal is simple: help you work better with AI, while still staying true to what makes you a great builder.

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    • Software Engineering
    • Computers and Programming
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About the Author

Hoang Nguyen
Hoang Nguyen

Hey there! I'm currently the Director of Engineering at ShopBack. I started my journey over 12 years ago as a curious software engineer who just loved writing code and solving tricky problems.

Over time, I found myself into something more—sharing what I’ve learned. For the past 10 years, I’ve been writing, mentoring, and having meaningful conversations with engineers and folks in tech. It’s been one of the most rewarding parts of my journey.

I truly believe every conversation is a chance to learn something new. That’s why I love hearing different perspectives and always challenging my own thinking. I’m excited to share stories, ideas, and lessons, and even more excited to hear yours.

Table of Contents

  • Preface
  • How to Read This Book
  • Introduction: The AI Moment
  • Chapter 1: The Turning Point in AI
  • Chapter 2: Why This Matters for Engineers and Teams
  • Chapter 3: Coding Isn’t the Job
  • Chapter 4: AI as Your Junior Engineer
  • Chapter 5: Where AI Helps (and Where It Doesn’t)
  • Chapter 6: The New Engineering Workflow
  • Chapter 7: How Much Faster Can We Really Go?
  • Chapter 8: Rethinking Team Structure in the AI Era
  • Chapter 9: Rethinking How We Work with Product
  • Chapter 10: What AI Needs from You (and Your Organization)
  • Chapter 11: Staying Relevant as an Engineer in the AI Era
  • Chapter 12: You Still Own the Craft
  • Closing

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