The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source Friends on the frontend (Friends)
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Mar 14, 2025 
John Long, a product designer and developer skilled in front-end technologies and AI, joins the conversation. He shares his insights on the battle between Next.js and Rails and highlights the transformative role of AI in design. John discusses the advantages of using Framer for web development and their love for Figma. They explore how AI tools enhance both development workflows and creative processes, emphasizing the need for designers to adapt and expand their skill sets amid evolving technologies.
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AI for Content Creation
- John Long used AI to create marketing content and documentation for Opine.
- He uploaded website and LinkedIn content to a custom GPT for draft generation.
ChatGPT's Writing Prowess
- ChatGPT writes better marketing copy than most marketers, according to John Long.
- It's like working with a fast draft writer, requiring editing but boosting throughput significantly.
From Rails to React
- John Long, creator of Radiant CMS, hasn't used Rails since version 5.
- He admires DHH's "simpler way" but now prefers Next.js and the React ecosystem.