In this insightful video, Dr. Werner Vogels, Amazon VP & CTO, interviews CodeWhisperer GM Doug Seven and Sr. Principal Engineer Sandeep Pokkunuri about AI coding companions. They discuss how CodeWhisperer, powered by a Large Language Model trained on billions of code lines, revolutionizes software development. The experts explore how this AI tool not only suggests code snippets and automates tedious tasks but also offers innovative approaches to solving complex coding problems. They emphasize that while CodeWhisperer enhances productivity, developers remain in control, making final decisions on code quality and implementation. The conversation highlights how AI coding assistants are transforming the developer experience, allowing programmers to focus on higher-level, value-creating tasks rather than mundane coding activities.