The individual took on a unique challenge of applying for an AI role by creating a tax depreciation calculator web application and documenting the process in a 30-minute screen recording.
AI tools like .NET 9 Fast API, Docker, Azure Container Apps, and GitHub Actions were utilized to build the micro-service, deploy it efficiently, and automate the CI/CD pipeline for quick iterations and deployments.
The V.I.B.E.S. coding principles (Verifiable, Iterative, Best Practices, Efficient, Simple) were applied throughout the project to ensure reliability, real-time feedback incorporation, clean architecture, minimal setup time, and clear solutions for troubleshooting and collaboration.
The experience highlighted the transformative nature of modern tools, such as AI-driven tools like GitHub Co-pilot and ChatGPT, cloud-native services, and disciplined frameworks like V.I.B.E.S., showcasing how they can expedite software development processes and make them more enjoyable.