Using AI to modernise legacy code, manage tech debt and improve documentation
Episode #60
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15th April, 2026
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39 minutes
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James Hall and Josh Nesbitt
In this episode of Off Script, James, Josh, and guest John Milsom explore the rapid advancements in AI as a tool to refactor codebases, and how teams are leveraging AI to innovate, solve problems, and improve processes across industries.
Chapters:
- 00:00 Introduction to AI in Tech Consulting
- 01:03 The Evolution of AI and Its Impact
- 03:13 AI Week: Experimentation and Learning
- 04:39 Personal Projects: Scratch an Itch
- 07:35 Encouraging Innovation and Creativity
- 08:41 The Excitement of AI and Its Challenges
- 11:19 Using AI for Tech Debt and Documentation
- 13:46 AI's Role in Code Review and Documentation
- 17:05 Navigating Bottlenecks in Development
- 19:10 The Broader Responsibility of Engineers
- 20:26 The Importance of Maintenance in Software Development
- 23:00 Leveraging AI for Legacy Code Upgrades
- 26:06 AI Integration Across Business Functions
- 28:59 User-Centric AI Features in Sports Tech
- 31:59 Empowering Teams with AI Tools
- 34:47 The Future of AI Pricing and Development
Resources:
Pitch Hero - https://pitchhero.com
Claude AI - https://www.anthropic.com/index.html
OpenAI GPT models - https://openai.com/research