Tool evolution beats tool perfection

External agencies → in-house devs → no-code → AI-assisted. Each step gives you more control.

Why the old way stopped working

External agencies cost too much and moved too slow. In-house devs were expensive and hard to find. No-code platforms locked you in and limited what you could build.

What AI-assisted coding gives you

More control than no-code - You own the code, can export anytime, customize everything.

Less complexity than full dev - Natural language prompts instead of memorizing syntax.

Faster iteration - Build, test, adjust in hours instead of weeks.

Focus on the problem - Not the technology.

How to make the transition

• Start small - Build simple scripts before tackling full apps • Learn the patterns - How to write effective prompts • Keep it practical - Focus on what you need • Own your code - Export and backup regularly

What to expect during the change

Some days it feels like magic. Other days you're back to the drawing board. That's normal.

The goal isn't finding the perfect tool. It's finding the right tool for where you are now, knowing you'll evolve to something better later.

When to stick with what works

If your current setup gets you from idea to product quickly, keep using it. Don't change tools to change tools.

What tools are you evolving with? I'd love to hear your experience.

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