Mustafa Khaled

Senior Android Developer at REWE International

I’m experienced Android developer with over 7 years of industry expertise. With a strong passion for mobile app development, I honed their skills to create innovative and user-friendly applications with millions of downloads. Besides developing Android applications. I like to guide and mentor juniors and starters developer. As a mentor at MentorCruise, I actively contribute to the growth and development of aspiring developers, sharing my knowledge and insights. Currently, I’m an integral part of the dynamic team at REWE International AG, situated in Vienna, Austria. In this role, I contribute to the development of cutting-edge Android applications, backend development, focusing on enhancing the customer experience and optimizing business operations. Their commitment to staying updated with the latest industry trends and technologies ensures that they deliver robust and scalable solutions. During my career, I had the opportunity to work at different companies, for example Vodafone, a leading telecommunications company. Not to mention working in banking sectors and Cryptocurrency industry.

How AI is Reshaping Android Development?

AI and large language models are beginning to reshape Android development, from boosting productivity with new code assistants to raising questions about long-term skills and career paths. While some developers see AI as a powerful ally, others worry about over-reliance or even job displacement. In this roundtable, we’ll unpack how AI is influencing Android development today, what changes might be coming, and how developers can prepare for the future. Kick-off questions: > How have AI-powered tools already changed the way you build Android apps? > Do you see AI as more of a productivity booster, a learning aid, or a long-term threat to developer roles? > What new skills or mindsets should Android developers adopt to stay ahead in an AI-driven landscape? > How do we balance speed and convenience from AI tools with ensuring maintainable, high-quality code? > Could AI push Android developers to expand into new disciplines (e.g., ML, data engineering, design), or will it deepen focus on app development itself?