#205 Randall Degges: The Biggest Risks of AI-Generated Code (What Developers Need to Know!)

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In this episode of the Eye on AI podcast, we sit down with Randall Degges, Head of Developer Relations and Security at Snyk, to uncover the impact of AI on cybersecurity and software development.

Randall shares his 20+ years of experience as a software developer and security expert, leading us through Snyk's innovative approach to developer security. We dive into how Snyk is changing vulnerability detection and code generation by leveraging a hybrid AI model—combining symbolic AI for accurate detection and generative AI for smart fixes.

We explore the challenges and opportunities of using AI in code security, discussing whether AI-generated code can ever fully replace human coders or if it's best suited as a powerful tool in a developer's arsenal. Randall also addresses the risks of AI hallucinations in code generation and how Snyk mitigates these through rigorous testing and validation.

Join us as we discuss the future of coding, the role of AI in software development, and how developers can stay ahead in this rapidly evolving landscape. 

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(00:00) Preview and Intro

(00:34) Randall Degges Background

(01:33) The Role of AI in Security at Snyk

(03:28) Symbolic vs. Generative AI in Code Security

(04:57) How Snyk Uses Rule-Based AI for Detection

(06:48) Challenges with AI-Generated Code Fixes

(09:08) The Future of AI in Code Generation

(11:56) Integrating AI with Developer Tools

(16:06) Risks of AI-Generated Code and Internet Saturation

(22:25) The Hybrid AI Approach for Code Security

(26:31) Future of AI and Its Impact on Developers

(30:02) Snyk's Integration with IDEs and Research Initiatives

(33:48) Autonomous Fixes and the Future of AI in Development

(41:04) DeepCode AI Fix Engine and Snyk’s ID Plugin

(46:38) Will AI Replace Developers?

(50:16) AI Readiness Report Insights

(52:59) Tech Layoffs and Opportunities in AI