The concept of bringing on board your “first essential engineer” is experiencing a significant reality check at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, taking place from October 27–29 at San Francisco’s Moscone West.
Engage with Lauri Moore, a partner at Bessemer Venture Partners, David Cramer, co-founder and chief product officer at Sentry, and Zach Lloyd, founder and CEO of Warp, on the Builders Stage. They will have an open discussion about how developer tools are shaping the landscape of early product development.
Moore offers a wealth of knowledge in AI, infrastructure, and developer tooling from both an investor and founder standpoint. Cramer, who initiated Sentry as an open-source side project in 2012 and grew it into a platform used by over 4 million developers, provides firsthand insights into how the right tools and hires can boost product velocity without excessive buildup. Lloyd, the brain behind Warp, aimed to revolutionize the terminal with AI-driven developer experiences, providing the viewpoint of a founder crafting solutions for builders at the forefront of coding workflows.
Vibe coding: Hype or new reality?
We will delve into the actual needs of today’s founders from their initial engineering hires, the capabilities and limitations of AI-driven tools, and how the entire go-to-market strategy and product life cycle are adjusting to this new era of development. Whether you are a founder, a CTO, or simply intrigued about the significance of code, this panel delves into the practical intricacies of contemporary startup establishment.
Be there for the big questions and even bigger answers
TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 unites over 10,000 startup founders, VC leaders, and tech pioneers to explore the future of technology. Seize the opportunity to engage in discussions and influence the direction of the tech landscape with those who are actively shaping it.
Early Bird pricing concludes on September 26 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Secure your spot now and enjoy savings of up to $668.
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October 27-29, 2025
