Software Factories: AI Powered Development from Copilots to Autonomous Development [Webinar]

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AI is Writing More Code.
Is Your Team Ready?

Free Webinar: Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 12 pm – 1 pm ET 

AI is moving beyond code assistance to increasingly autonomous software development. 

Join us for a practical look at what this shift means for engineering teams and how to balance AI-driven productivity with security, governance, and developer expertise.

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AI isn't just helping developers write code faster anymore. It's starting to write, test, and review code on its own. Many engineering teams are still figuring out what it means for how they work. Join Chris Penick, a top-rated instructor and experienced developer/AI practitioner, for a practical look at how AI is reshaping the software development lifecycle

From AI-generated code and automated reviews to emerging agentic workflows, you'll learn what these changes mean for your teams, your developers, and the software you're responsible for delivering.

Most importantly, you'll leave with a clearer understanding of where AI is headed, what risks and opportunities to watch for, and what to put in place now so your team isn't caught off guard by the next wave of AI-powered development.

What You Will Learn

  • How AI is evolving from coding copilots to autonomous development
  • Where AI can generate value across the software development lifecycle
  • How agentic workflows are changing software delivery
  • Key considerations for quality, security, and governance
  • How to ensure developers maintain ownership and understanding of the systems they support
  • Practical steps to prepare your team for what's next 

Who Should Attend?

  • Software Developers and Engineers
  • Engineering Managers and Team Leads
  • Software Architects
  • DevOps and Platform Engineering Teams
  • CTOs, CIOs, and Technology Leaders
  • Anyone evaluating the impact of AI on software development 

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About the Presenter

Chris Penick is a top-rated instructor for Ascendient Learning, part of Accenture LearnVantage. He has over thirty years of experience in the IT industry across various platforms. He has guided clients in AI, cybersecurity, architecture, development, and data science. Chris has worked independently for the government, in the military, and as a civilian in the private sector. He holds multiple certifications in security and development from Microsoft, CompTIA, ISC2, and EC Council.