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Fragmented - AI Developer Podcast

Donn Felker, Kaushik Gopal
Android Development
Kotlin
Logcat
Immutable Arrays
Jetpack Compose
Entrepreneurship
Observability
Timber
Data Oriented Programming
AI Coding
Public Speaking
Amper
Square
Performance
Rapid Prototyping
AI Integration
Software Engineering
Gradle
IDE Tooling
Vibe Coding

Fragmented is an AI developer podcast for engineers who want to go beyond vibe coding and ship real software. We cover AI-assisted development the way working engineers actually use it: prompting strategies, code review, testing, debugging, workflows, and building production-grade software with AI tools. No hype. No "I shipped a SaaS in a weekend" stories. Just tactics that work. Hosted by Kaushik... more

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Ever get asked "how do LLMs work?" at a party and freeze? We walk through the full pipeline: tokenization, embeddings, inference — so you understand it well enough to explain it. Walk away with a mental model that you can use for your next dinner par... more

MCPs are everywhere, but are they worth the token cost? We break down what Model Context Protocol actually is, how it differs from just using CLIs, the tradeoffs you should know about, and when MCPs actually make sense for your workflow.

Full showno... more

Most folks reference "AI coding" like it's one thing. It's really not. In this foundational episode Kaushik & Iury walk through (at least) four paradigms — from super autocomplete to agent orchestration — each with different workflows, expectations, ... more

Fragmented is changing. New direction, new cohost. Kaushik explains the pivot

from Android to AI development and introduces Iury Souza.

From vibe coding to software engineering — one episode at a time.

Full shownotes at fragmentedpodcast.com.

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Recent Guests

Vinay Gaba
Senior Engineering Lead and GDE for Android
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Episode: 257 - Future of AndroidDev in an AI world with Vinay Gaba
Dan Rusu
Author of Immutable Arrays, backend engineer with experience in Kotlin.
Episode: 254 - 8× faster 5× memory savings with Dan Rusu’s Immutable Arrays
Márton Braun
Developer advocate at JetBrains focusing on Kotlin-related projects
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Episode: 252 - Everyone needs a starter template

Host

Kaushik Gopal
Host, experienced software engineer focusing on practical AI tools and techniques for developers.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 201 ratings
  • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    Donn and Kaushik’s expertise is tough to top! Their show combines traditional tech elements with authenticity and unique insights. It’s an exceptional resource - highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ArlieLP
    United States2 years ago
  • Kaushik Talks too Much

    Says a lot about an interviewer if they say a lot more than the interviewee, doesn’t it? I enjoy Donn Felker’s approach to interlocution with guests on the show: calm, measured and listens more than he speaks.

    Kaushik is the one reason why I delay listening to episodes of this show until it’s the only podcast episode left for me to listen in a release cycle. It’s also the reason I gave this show 3 stars rating. In attempts to ask a question he talks and talks and talks and talks…and talks. You... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Ug S. M.
    South Africa2 years ago
  • Long time listener, Great content

    Been listening for years, and I have learned quite a few things! Great content and info! 10 out of 10 highly recommended for beginner and long time Android developers and other developers who want to learn more about android or just interested in development podcasts in general!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MOOoo...D
    United States3 years ago
  • Primarily a Swift/iOS dev and this is incredible

    Amazing

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    scranton boi
    United States6 years ago
  • Thank you

    I learn a lot with you guys. Thank you very much 😊

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sidsaks
    France6 years ago

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The show is praised for tackling complex topics without oversimplification or excessive hype, focusing instead on real-world applications of AI in coding.
Listeners appreciate the practical insights and actionable strategies shared, making it an excellent resource for both budding and experienced developers.
While some listeners feel that one host tends to dominate discussions, the overall quality and depth of content are highly regarded.

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#160
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Apple Podcasts
#174
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#231
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257 - Future of AndroidDev in an AI world with Vinay Gaba
Q: What are your predictions for the future of Android development?
Vinay highlighted the importance of AI, growing hardware capabilities, and a higher standard for app quality as key future trends in Android development.
257 - Future of AndroidDev in an AI world with Vinay Gaba
Q: What prompted you to ask this question and why now?
Vinay stated that software engineering is in a strange place, needing insights on how developers position their careers in light of recent rapid changes, particularly due to the introduction of AI technologies.
254 - 8× faster 5× memory savings with Dan Rusu’s Immutable Arrays
Q: Can you explain why arrays are more efficient with memory than lists?
Arrays store primitives directly while lists require auto-boxing, which adds memory overhead.
254 - 8× faster 5× memory savings with Dan Rusu’s Immutable Arrays
Q: What is the five-minute pitch for this library?
Immutable Arrays are faster and safer than traditional arrays and lists, which are mutable and not efficient with primitives.
253 - logcat - a new look at logging with Piwai from Square
Q: What are some general tips around logging and observability?
As apps grow in complexity, it's crucial to add more data to understand customer experiences, but do it carefully to avoid performance issues. Build systems that let you access needed data without incurring costs.

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Focused on AI-assisted development, this show caters to software engineers eager to advance their skills and produce real-world projects. Key topics include practical strategies for code review, testing, and debugging that highlight how to leverage AI tools effectively in software engineering. Each episode aims to demystify contemporary coding practices by discussing tangible techniques rather than surface-level hype, ensuring listeners walk away with actionable insights. This approach makes the podcast a valuable resource for both novice and experienced developers interested in enhancing their AI integration skills, fostering a supportive community where practical solutions take precedence over theoretical discussions.

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