SMRTR ProgrammingFeb 1, 2026Daily.dev

Is ChatGPT becoming a commodity? A software engineer's buyer's guide to AI tools

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AI tools are becoming commoditized as performance converges. Engineers should focus on workflow integration, use personal API keys for cost control, and avoid long subscriptions in this rapidly changing market.

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