Session Abstract

We live in a world where artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly being applied: from home appliances and self-driving cars to robots that look and speak like humans. It is no longer just a matter of AI causing the loss of jobs where repetitive work prevails (e.g., on the assembly line in a factory). There are also examples of application in creative human activities - e.g., art (where AI creates a work of art). The question arises: if and when AI will replace developers? Will AI help solve the labor shortage in the IT sector? What role does AI play in software development today, and how can it help developers? Attend this session, watch real life development demos, join the discussion on this exciting topic, and learn how AI is already involved in developing IT solutions such as GitHub Copilot!

Note to event organizers

I plan to start a discussion about this hot topic in software development by showing existing examples (including GitHub Copilot). It will be great to see how many developers are thinking that AI will replace them and how many devs are actually using some kind of AI-assisted tools to help them in their work!

Tomislav Bronzin

Tomislav Bronzin is one of only 165 Microsoft Regional Directors worldwide and a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (M365). He is the founder and CEO of CITUS, a Microsoft partner company specializing in digital transformation, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and modern workplace solutions. As an innovator, he has received 120+ international innovation awards and holds six patents in AI, mixed reality, and cloud technologies. With over 25 years of experience, Tomislav has worked on global and EU projects across 40+ countries, advising governments, IT associations, company boards, and development teams. He helps organizations turn technological innovation into strategic advantage, measurable business outcomes, and sustainable change. Tomislav focuses on AI as a catalyst for enhancing human potential—improving decision‑making, productivity, and collaboration. He is an expert in AI strategy and adoption, particularly through Microsoft 365, Copilot, Power Platform, and Azure. His involvement in the IT and business community has accelerated the digital growth of organizations across Europe. As a Vice President of the IT Association of the Croatian Chamber of Commerce, he represents the business community and, as a member of the National Council for Digital Transformation of the Republic of Croatia, promotes influential digital initiatives. Tomislav is a frequent speaker at international conferences, a Senior Lecturer at Algebra Bernays University, author of 40+ research papers, and a member of the National Human Resources Council of the Republic of Croatia.