Tracy “Trac” Bannon is a Sr. Principal with the MITRE Corporation. She is an accomplished software architect, engineer, and researcher specializing in applying AI/ML and Generative AI to the software development lifecycle. Trac's work is at the intersection of pioneering software practices and transformative leadership in technology.
Ms. Bannon is a featured industry speaker, blogger, author, and accomplished podcaster including 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀.
Tracy is presenting her session, streaming live from Camphill, Pennsylvania during the 24 hour Artificial (Un)Intelligence Conference.
Session Description, AI Transition
Artificial intelligence is rapidly evolving from a powerful tool to an active teammate—and soon, to the core of software development itself. This transition is not just about automation but about AI becoming an integrated, decision-making entity within digital teams. As AI transitions from an assistant to an autonomous agent, organizations must rethink workflows, governance, and human roles.
This talk explores the staged evolution of AI within the software development lifecycle (SDLC), from AI as an efficiency booster to multi-agent collaboration, and ultimately to AI-led software teams where humans provide oversight, assurance, and strategic direction. Key themes include AI assurance, security, and ethical decision-making, ensuring that as AI takes on more responsibility, it remains aligned with human intent and organizational goals.
What does this transformation mean for developers, architects, and leaders? How do we implement calibrated trust appropriate for AI-driven decisions? Join us as we navigate this shift—where AI doesn’t just support the team, it becomes the team.
About Tracy 'Trac' Bannon
Passionate Architect!!! Tracy “Trac” Bannon is a Sr. Principal with the MITRE Corporation. She is an accomplished software architect, engineer, and researcher specializing in applying AI/ML and Generative AI to the software development lifecycle. Trac's work is at the intersection of pioneering software practices and transformative leadership in technology.
She’s passionate about community building and knowledge sharing. Trac is a long-time advocate for diversity in technology, helping to narrow the gaps as a mentor, sponsor, volunteer, and friend.
Ms. Bannon is a featured industry speaker, blogger, author, and accomplished podcaster including 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀. She graduated from Penn State with a master’s degree in software engineering; her undergraduate days were with Penn State as well studying computer integration and graphics. Trac is a senior member of the IEEE.
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