What changed
The biggest shift in 2026 isn't a new framework — it's how we write code. AI tools went from "interesting experiment" to "daily driver" in about 12 months. We went from being skeptical to building entire component libraries with AI assistance.
But here's the thing most people get wrong: AI didn't replace the thinking. It replaced the typing. We still design systems, make architecture decisions, and obsess over UX. We just move faster through the implementation.
Tools we use now
- Cursor — our primary code editor, with AI built into every keystroke
- v0 by Vercel — for rapid UI prototyping and component generation
- Claude & GPT — for code review, debugging, and brainstorming architecture
- Figma with AI plugins — faster design iteration and auto-layout suggestions
- Webflow — still our go-to for marketing sites, now with better AI-assisted styling
- Next.js + Tailwind — the core stack hasn't changed, just how fast we build with it
What didn't change
The fundamentals. Performance still matters. Accessibility still matters. Clean code still matters. A beautiful design that loads in 8 seconds is still a bad website. AI can generate code fast, but it can't tell you if your user flow makes sense or if your CTA placement will convert.
We still do code reviews. We still test on real devices. We still care about Core Web Vitals. The bar didn't get lower — the speed to reach it got faster.
The result for clients
Projects that used to take 4-6 weeks now take 2-3. Not because we cut corners, but because the mundane parts — boilerplate, repetitive components, initial markup — happen in minutes instead of hours. That means more time for the things that actually matter: strategy, design polish, and performance optimization.
Want to see how we'd approach your project with our current workflow? Get in touch — we'll share a clear plan and timeline within 24 hours.