Mapping the Landscape: Introduction to Coding with AI for Everyone: Empowering Non-Programmers to Create with AI
Location
Online
Date & Time
Tuesday 27 Jan 2026 12:30 - 13:30
Delivered by Dominik Lukes
Audience Exposure Level: Level 2: Sometimes use AI
This session explores how AI-powered coding tools are democratizing software development, enabling individuals with little to no programming experience to build functional applications. The session will outline the current capabilities of Large Language Models for code generation, demonstrate a spectrum of tools suited for different skill levels, and provide practical guidance on best practices for "vibe coding" - using AI as a collaborative partner in the development process.
Objectives
- What capabilities do current AI coding tools offer non-programmers?
- How can complete novices approach their first coding projects with AI assistance?
- What strategies can those with basic coding knowledge use to enhance their capabilities?
- Which AI-powered development environments best suit different skill levels and project needs?
- What are the emerging best practices and common pitfalls when collaborating with AI on code?
- What are the current limitations of AI coding tools for non-programmers?
