The Future of Secure Coding: A Fireside Chat with Jim Manico and Greg Anderson

In today’s dynamic cybersecurity landscape, application security is no longer just the concern of a specialized team—it’s an integral part of the entire software development lifecycle. Join us for an illuminating fireside chat with Jim Manico, Founder of Manicode Security, to examine the shifting responsibilities of development teams, the efficacy of security culture versus tooling, and the game-changing impact of AI and Large Language Models (LLMs). This conversation will offer evidence-based insights and practical guidance on how organizations can navigate emerging challenges to build a more secure future.

Discussion Topics:

• Developers’ Role in Security
  Explore whether the development community is genuinely embracing a security-first mindset and what it takes to drive meaningful change.
• Culture vs. Tooling
  Learn how a robust security culture complements—and often outperforms—reliance on tools alone, and discover strategies to integrate both effectively.
• AI & LLMs
  Gain a balanced perspective on the promises and pitfalls of AI-driven security. Understand how these technologies are shaping the modern threat landscape and where they might lead us next.

Speakers:

• Greg Anderson, CEO and Founder of DefectDojo 

• Jim Manico, Founder of Manicode Security