An expert talk on “The Rise of Agentic AI in Software Engineering” was organised on 23rd October 2026 by the Department of Information Science and Engineering and the Department of Computer Science and Design, in association with IEEE SB SIT, AISE, ACODE and the Alumni Cell, at Srinivas Institute of Technology, Mangaluru. The session aimed to provide students with insights into the emerging role of Agentic Artificial Intelligence (AI) in software engineering and its potential to transform software development practices.

The resource person for the session was Mr. Arpith K., Software Development Engineer 2 at 7edge Private Limited, who shared his expertise on the growing significance of Agentic AI in software engineering. The talk focused on the role of AI agents in automating software development tasks, improving productivity, and supporting intelligent decision-making in software engineering workflows. The session provided students with an opportunity to understand emerging trends in AI-driven software development and explore the potential applications of Agentic AI in solving real-world problems. The interaction encouraged students to learn about evolving technologies and their relevance to future career opportunities in the software industry.

The successful conduct of the event was supported by Dr. Shrinivasa Mayya D., Principal of Srinivas Institute of Technology, and Prof. Sudarshan K., Head of the Departments of Information Science and Engineering and Computer Science & Design. The program was coordinated with the support of Prof. Sowmya, Association Advisor, AISE, and Prof. Archana Devadiga, Association Advisor, ACODE. The guest talk served as a valuable platform for students to gain awareness of Agentic AI and its growing importance in the field of software engineering.