Battle Royal: AI Assistants vs JS Libraries

We all want our Webflow sites to be rocking innovative features like auto rotating tabs, table of contents, and even footer dates that show we are up with the times. But should we be reaching for our mate Claude, or trusting a JS library like VDX for the sprinkle of magic.

Ailín and Mattchew explore the pros and cons of the different approaches so you can make sure you pick up the right tool for the job on your next build.

Timestamps
0:25 Introduction and Accents

5:26 Traveling and Language Differences

8:28 Exploring AI Tools

11:55 The Rise of Visual DX

16:02 The Power of HTMX

17:18 Building Custom Solutions

22:22 Attributes vs. JavaScript

29:09 The Role of Documentation

36:24 Libraries vs. AI Tools

40:58 User Experience Considerations

46:34 Future-Proofing with Libraries

52:27 The Importance of Community Feedback

54:43 Considerations for Using Libraries

59:53 Conclusion and Community Engagement

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