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In this video
What you'll learn
Transform a simple LLM into an autonomous software developer
Equip an LLM with the tools it needs to write code and create substantial software projects.
Craft your own personal coding agent
Create a customized coding agent that adapts to your ideal workflow and code style.
How coding agents work under the hood
Make the most of any coding agent by understanding its capabilities and limitations.
Why this topic matters
Many software developers use coding agents (e.g. Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, Copilot) to write code and build software. However, these agents can go sideways, and may not follow the coding workflow and style that *you* prefer. Well, why not build your own coding agent? Let's explore what it takes to build an LLM-powered coding assistant - it's likely a lot easier than you think.
You'll learn from
Jay Wengrow
CEO of Actualize, Author of "A Common-Sense Guide to AI Engineering"
Jay Wengrow is an experienced educator and software engineer, and the author of A Common-Sense Guide to AI Engineering. He is also the founder of Actualize, a software and AI engineering education company - and he specializes in making advanced technical topics approachable for professionals across industries. He additionally wrote the popular Common-Sense Guide to Data Structures and Algorithms book series.
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Jay Wengrow
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