AI has evolved from simple code completion to intelligent agents capable of planning, writing, and refactoring code independently. That shift raises a bigger question than "how fast can code be generated?" It becomes "what should developers build next, and how do they remain in control as AI agents take on more of the work?"

In this keynote, Mads Kristensen builds on the vision introduced at Visual Studio 2026 and looks ahead to Visual Studio 2027 and beyond. He makes the case that, in an agentic world, developers' skills matter more than ever: the judgment to define the right problem, orchestrate AI-assisted workflows, review the results, and ensure the final product is reliable and maintainable.

Attendees will explore where Visual Studio is headed to support this new development model—from advanced testing and diagnostics to custom agents and agent skills—empowering developers to treat their code as a lasting asset rather than a disposable artifact. Going beyond code generation, Mads will demonstrate how AI can help professional developers reason about complex systems, maintain high quality, and deliver software with confidence.

Join Mads for a look at the future of software development and discover why Visual Studio will continue to be the premier environment for developers who take pride in their craft for years to come.