Episode 158: Will Vincent on Django, AI Coding, and Why Fundamentals Still Matter

In this episode, Python Developer Advocate and author Will Vincent joins the show to talk about why Django's "batteries-included" approach and security-focused design still matter, especially as AI-generated code becomes more common. The conversation explores the challenges new developers face when learning to program, the growing disconnect between quickly building a prototype and creating software that can survive in production, and the realities behind so-called "vibe coding." Along the way, Will shares his perspective on why experience, trust, and core software engineering practices continue to matter, even as open-source communities grapple with a flood of AI-generated content.