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Understanding AI-Driven Development

As advancements in technology continue to reshape the IT landscape, Geeks Inc. is organizing a free seminar titled "The Essence of AI-Driven Development: New Standards for Utilizing Generative AI in 2026," aimed at IT engineers and recruiters. Scheduled for January 26, 2026, from 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM, participants can attend either in person at Shibuya Scramble Square or online via Zoom, offering flexibility for attendees.

Background of the Seminar

Geeks Inc., headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo, has been actively hosting seminars for IT engineers. This upcoming event will feature guest speaker Taiga Tachibana, CTO of PeopleX, a company recognized for its innovative solutions including dialogue-based AI interview services and HR platforms. The seminar will delve into evolving roles of engineers in the age of generative AI, highlighting how product managers' traditional upstream design responsibilities are transitioning to AI engineers under the umbrella of "AI-driven development."

The focus will be on optimizing design structures suited for generative AI, detailing development processes, and exploring specific applications of large language models (LLMs) in real-world products. As generative AI becomes an integral part of software engineering, it becomes crucial for engineers to develop skills in upstream processes traditionally held by product managers. This shift is set to redefine existing development workflows and the necessary skill sets.

Who Should Attend

The seminar is designed for IT engineers, individual entrepreneurs in tech, hiring managers, and those in executive roles who wish to enhance their understanding of AI's impact on development methodologies. Attendees will gain insights into the necessary transformations for engineers looking to maximize generative AI capabilities within their teams.

Participants keen on adapting to these new development paradigms or those interested in reskilling and unlearning traditional practices are encouraged to join. This event is a golden opportunity to grasp the current trends in the IT field, which now sees generative AI extending beyond mere coding to encompass broader roles.

Event Details

Seminar Title: The Essence of AI-Driven Development: New Standards for Utilizing Generative AI in 2026
Date and Time: January 26, 2026, 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Location: Shibuya Scramble Square, 41st Floor (inside WeWork) / Zoom
Cost: Free
Target Audience: IT engineers, tech entrepreneurs, hiring managers, executives, and business leaders
Registration: Participants can register via the event page.

Program Overview

• - Future Roles of Generative AI Engineers: The evolution from traditional roles to AI-driven development

- Change in phases: Product Managers' core designs transitioning to AI engineers taking the lead
- Adapting to generative AI-focused specification design and development processes
- Practical uses in products and aspects concerning LLMs

• - Q&A Session
• - Networking Opportunity (Offline Only)

> Please note that the program is subject to change without notice.

Featured Speaker

Taiga Tachibana, CTO of PeopleX

Taiga Tachibana graduated from Keio University with a degree in Environmental Information. He has an extensive background in business and product development roles at various startups. In 2024, he co-founded PeopleX, where he leads the creation of services aimed at solving HR challenges with AI, such as the dialogue-based AI interview system "PeopleX AI Interview" and the HR platform "PeopleWork." His leadership has helped PeopleX exceed 3,000 corporate clients.

Introduction to PeopleX

PeopleX is dedicated to supporting success for all workers globally by addressing HR issues with AI-driven solutions. Their suite of services includes AI-powered interview systems and management support tailored for employee success. They aim to reshape recruitment and support longevity in the workforce through innovative technologies.

About Geeks Inc.

Geeks Inc. focuses on crafting a new standard for freelance IT work. Their mission is to match over 23,000 registered IT freelancers with companies, ensuring optimal pairing based on robust data and ongoing support from career advisors. Through their agent service "GEECHS JOB" and matching platform "GEECHS DIRECT," they continuously adapt to the evolving landscape of freelance work.

This seminar is poised to provide attendees with pivotal insights and practical guidance to maintain relevance and enhance their market value in the rapidly changing IT industry landscape shaped by AI technologies.