PurePerformance

As the software world is transforming from cloud native to AI-native, observability must transform with it. But how exactly? How do we apply this in an existing enterprise with established processes and practices?
In this PurePerformance episode, Andi Grabner hosts Hilliary Lipsig and Rob Rati to discuss their new book, Observability in the AI‑Native Era. The conversation explores how AIOps, automation, and modern observability must evolve as systems become cloud‑native, data‑heavy, and AI‑driven.
We talk about why old alerting and SLO models no longer scale, how to balance AI with automation and human judgment, and why trust, security, and compliance matter more than ever when machines start making operational decisions. A must‑listen for SREs, platform engineers, and engineering leaders navigating the AI‑native future.
Links we discussed
Book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Observability-AI-Native-Era-Artificial-Intelligence-ebook/dp/B0GHZH1YFL
Hilliary LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hilliary-lipsig-a5935245/
Rob LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roberthrati/
Andi LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grabnerandi/

AI coding agents are fast—but speed alone doesn’t guarantee quality. In this episode, Andi Grabner talks with Lukas Holzer (Straion) about why large context files and “almost right” AI code create new risks for engineering teams. You will learn about the "Lost in the Middle Syndrom" and why many organizations are not getting the promised 10x engineering boost right now!
Andi and Lukas also explore rule adherence, dynamic context generation, enterprise readiness for AI-first development, and how software engineering roles are evolving in the age of AI.
Tune in to learn more ...

Links we discussed
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukas-holzer/
Straion Website: https://straion.com/
90 Percent Rule Blog: https://straion.com/blog/90-percent-rule-adherence-straion-coding-agents/
1million tokens Blog: https://straion.com/blog/1m-tokens-wont-save-your-engineering-standards/

In this episode of the PurePerformance Podcast, Andi and Brian sit down with Chris LaBrado—Solutions Architect for AI Enablement, FSO, SRE, and ITSM at HSN/QVC, where he has spent an incredible 27 years shaping operational excellence. Their conversation dives deep into how AI is transforming software creation, enterprise workflows, and even the very role of developers.
Chris shares how the barrier to entry for building tools and automation has dropped overnight thanks to natural‑language-based development: “Everyone can now create automation or tools without having to worry about the syntax.” He explains why AI is rapidly becoming the primary interface into the enterprise—capable of navigating presentations, emails, and complex back‑office systems—and why the future of engineering may shift from human‑oriented coding to AI-driven development models such as MDCD (MarkDown Continuous Development).
The discussion also takes unexpected but fascinating detours into Chris’s background as a former bowling‑industry podcaster, his recent work with generative agents like DynaClaude, his Vibe Coded Root Cause Agent, and a philosophical exploration of AI, creativity, and the concept of singularity.
Amidst all the change, Chris remains optimistic: “AI opens up a lot of new opportunity for everyone willing to adapt. It will result in us creating more things that ultimately help us as humans.” This episode is a thoughtful, energizing look at where software engineering is headed—and why the future might be brighter than we think.

Links we discussed
Chris LaBrado on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrislabrado/
Mo Gawdat, former Google Executive on the Singularity "moment of truth": https://x.com/vitrupo/status/2008824930646057380?s=20
CEO of NVIDIA had an interesting excerpt from interview: https://x.com/MinusWells/status/2031974516155695414?s=20
Elon Musk on speed of AI: https://x.com/r0ck3t23/status/2031639621465931903?s=20
AI brain emulation of a fly (e.g. "a sign of the times"): https://x.com/alexwg/status/2030217301929132323?s=20
Elon on fiat currency transforming based on AI manufacturing loop: https://x.com/elonmusk/status/2020202496547844312?s=20
Fiat currency moves to model based on thermodynamics: https://x.com/r0ck3t23/status/2033371028202602547?s=20

In this episode, Andi and Brian welcome back Adam Tornhill—founder of CodeScene and author of Your Code as a Crime Scene—to explore how agentic AI is reshaping software engineering. Adam shares his personal journey from 40 years of hands-on coding to orchestrating AI-generated code, and what this shift really means for development teams.
Together, they dive into new research on the hidden risks of AI-assisted coding, why low-quality or legacy code slows AI down, and how to measure the “AI-readiness” of a codebase. Adam breaks down practical strategies from his latest work on Agentic AI Coding, including guardrails, refactoring patterns, enforced processes, and why test coverage has become a surprising cornerstone for safe, fast AI iteration.
Whether you're experimenting with AI coding tools or planning enterprise-scale adoption, this episode delivers actionable guidance rooted in data, engineering discipline, and real-world experience.
Links
https://codescene.com/blog/agentic-ai-coding-best-practice-patterns-for-speed-with-quality
https://codescene.com/blog/strengthening-the-inner-developer-loop-turn-ai-into-a-reliable-engineering-partner

AI is transforming software engineering—faster than many teams can adapt. In this episode, Andi talks with Wolfgang Heider and Benedict Evert about what it really means to build “AI‑native” software, where prototypes turn into production apps in minutes.
We explore why good engineering fundamentals still matter, how multi‑agent workflows mirror traditional roles, and why testing, governance, and clarity of intent become more important—not less.
We also discuss the future of junior engineers, the risk of everyone reinventing the same solution, and why value—not code generation—is becoming the real differentiator.

Links we discussed
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/wolfgangheider_productmanagement-softwareengineering-ai-activity-7425746505883607042-D1OZ
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/machines-making-wolfgang-heider-5mvsf
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/i-built-app-between-final-stranger-things-episodes-wolfgang-heider-5penf/
https://futurelab.studio/ora/ 
https://futurelab.studio/htmlctl/