How everyday language is shaping the future of coding

Hi Futurist,

OpenAI launched its potential Google killer, and GitHub is turning us all into developers. Now, we can create our own apps in plain language. The possibilities with AI have once again expanded for all of us. Therefore, I am sending you insights, inspiration, and innovation straight to your inbox. Let’s dive into the depths of the digital future together and discover the waves of change shaping our industry.

💡 In this post, we're dipping in:

• 📣 Byte-Sized Breakthroughs: GitHub's Spark tool lets anyone build apps with simple English prompts, making code creation accessible to all skill levels.

• 🎙️ MarTech Maestros: Discover how OpenAI’s ChatGPT is empowering marketing teams, transforming content creation, data insights, and personalization.

• 🧐 In Case You Missed It: From MLS Quest’s fan rewards to IBM’s Bee Agent Framework and Asana's AI Studio, new tools bring AI to workflows, digital collectibles, and gaming experiences.

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📣 Byte-Sized Breakthroughs

Quick highlights of the latest technological developments.

Headstory: How everyday language is shaping the future of coding

GitHub just opened the doors to app creation, even for those who’ve never written a line of code. Enter GitHub Spark, an AI-powered tool that lets anyone build and personalize “micro apps” simply by describing what they want. Imagine creating fully functional apps with just a few prompts, tweaks, and clicks. You can launch a custom tracker for your team, a smart checklist for projects, or a digital assistant, and you don’t need a developer for it.

Here’s where things get truly interesting. Python has recently become GitHub’s most popular language, thanks largely to AI’s surge in adoption. But Python’s reign might be short-lived. As Spark and other no-code platforms rise, the most common language in software development might soon be English. This is no small shift. If Google can let AI write over 25% of its code, it’s clear we’re entering a new era of development. This is the era where “coding” means typing a sentence in plain English. Just think about that—AI writing a quarter of Google’s software. A $2 trillion company. Google’s CEO, Sundar Pichai, says this is just the start.

So, what does tomorrow look like? Soon, AI will be creating, fixing, deploying, and managing applications in real-time. People across every department, not just IT, will be empowered to build tools that work precisely for their needs. Companies are already redirecting their budgets, cutting traditional software and enterprise applications to make room for generative AI. This is where the future of organizations lies: custom-built AI solutions that don’t demand bloated IT budgets or complex software layers.

And that future isn’t limited to just developers. With no-code and low-code platforms like GitHub Spark, anyone can now deploy AI applications tailored to their needs without an engineering degree. This democratization of AI enables faster, cheaper, and more customized solutions. Imagine marketing teams building their own interactive tools, or operations managers creating inventory trackers—all without touching a line of code. Soon, every department could be its own tech team.

What does this mean for companies today? First, it’s time to start building. No-code platforms are already available, and the ones who act now will have the advantage. Find your AI champions within your organization. Look for those team members eager to innovate, experiment, and lead the charge. Start small, but think big. AI can not only improve processes but also unlock new possibilities for growth and engagement.

The message is clear: coding with AI is no longer just for the technically gifted. It’s for everyone, everywhere and anytime.

ChatGPT introduces web search

TL;DR

ChatGPT can now search the web in real time, delivering up-to-date answers with direct links to relevant web sources. This feature combines the benefits of conversational AI with real-time data for sports scores, news, weather, and more, previously only available via traditional search engines.

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Sentiment

People online are thrilled with the addition of Search in ChatGPT. They see this development as the beginning of the end for Google.

My thoughts

Adding Search to ChatGPT means it can now process real-time information, eliminating a common limitation. This makes ChatGPT’s output even more precise and, with proper instructions, of higher quality. Unlike Google, which often serves a list of pages that might contain your keywords but lacks context, ChatGPT provides you with context directly, making it a more natural tool for those who seek answers rather than links.

Recraft surprises with top-performing AI image model

TL;DR

Recraft V3, a new image generation model, has appeared out of nowhere to outperform established AI models like DALL-E and Midjourney. Setting new quality benchmarks in text-to-image generation, Recraft V3 introduces advanced features like text placement, style consistency, vector generation, and the ability to handle long text prompts.

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Sentiment

Users online were stunned to see this new AI model score better than the top AI image models so far. Many expected an update from OpenAI’s DALL-E, but instead, Recraft came out of the blue to claim the spotlight.

My thoughts

This release shows that innovation in AI isn’t limited to the big names. Even companies without a dominant market presence can launch a model that outperforms the best. Established names like Midjourney or DALL-E will likely respond, but this is a reminder that progress in AI is still being driven from all corners, keeping the competition vibrant and unpredictable.

More byte-sized breakthroughs:

• Notion introduces the ultimate productivity toolkit
  Notion unveiled several updates at its "Make with Notion" conference. Key releases include Notion Mail—a customizable, AI-driven email tool; Forms to collect data directly within Notion; flexible Layouts for page customization; expanded Automations; enhanced Notion AI capabilities; and a redesigned Marketplace for templates. These updates aim to centralize work, making Notion an all-in-one tool for building, organizing, and sharing.

• Oasis brings open-world gaming to life with interactive AI
  Etched has introduced Oasis, a pioneering AI model that generates open-world games by creating video frames in response to player inputs. Unlike traditional video generation, Oasis crafts immersive, responsive environments for users to explore. With Etched's specialised hardware, Oasis runs at high speed and resolution, offering a glimpse into the future of interactive AI-driven content in gaming, education, and beyond.

• Coinbase debuts DIY crypto AI agents in minutes
  Coinbase’s new “Based Agent” allows users to create their own AI-driven crypto bots in under three minutes. Once set up, these agents can perform on-chain activities, from staking to trading, using templates built on Coinbase’s SDK with OpenAI and Replit integrations. This innovation simplifies creating personal crypto AI agents, empowering users to manage blockchain transactions autonomously.

🎙️ MarTech Maestros

A must-see webinar, podcast, or article that’s too good to miss.

How OpenAI put ChatGPT to work for their marketing team

In a recent hands-on webinar, OpenAI showcased how ChatGPT can be more than just a tech addition—they can be true companions in marketing. Attendees explored how AI supports content creation, refines data insights, and personalizes experiences, all while freeing up creative energy. This session highlighted AI’s potential to transform routine tasks and ignite new ideas, empowering marketing teams to reach greater heights in efficiency and creativity.

🧐 In Case You Missed It

A roundup of recent key updates.

• MLS and the Players Association partner with Sweet to introduce MLS Quest for fans to earn digital collectibles and rewards.

• Asana’s AI Studio enables teams to design and deploy AI agents in workflows without coding. These agents aims to free up time spent on repetitive tasks.

• Google expands AI Overviews in Search to 100+ countries. AI Overviews in Search now reaches over 1 billion users worldwide.

• Google’s Project Jarvis aims to introduce AI agents that autonomously manage routine computer tasks, similar to Anthropic’s Computer Use.

• Google's Gemini API and AI Studio now include grounding with Google Search, enabling more accurate, real-time responses with search suggestions.

• IBM's new Bee Agent Framework empowers devs to build and deploy agentic workflows at scale.

• Meta releases NotebookLlama, an open-source recipe for podcast creation with multi-model workflows, from text processing to dramatic rewrites.

• Meta is building an AI-powered search tool to provide direct answers within its platforms, aiming to reduce dependence on Google and Bing.

• Microsoft’s Copilot Vision will soon be available, allowing the AI to observe users’ screens directly within the Edge browser.

• LinkedIn’s AI Hiring Assistant automates routine tasks like candidate sourcing and interview scheduling, freeing recruiters to focus on impactful interactions.

• ChatGPT’s Advanced Voice feature is now live on desktop, bringing seamless voice interactions to both macOS and Windows users.

• OpenAI confirms temporary leak of full o1 model access. OpenAI quickly resolved the issue. It occurred during preparations for limited external access.

• OpenAI's new Predicted Outputs feature speeds up tasks like blog updates, response iterations, and code rewrites by using a reference string.

• OpenAI drops foundry plans to focus on custom AI chip development, collaborating with Broadcom for design and TSMC for manufacturing.

• Amazon plans an upgraded for Alexa that can autonomously handle tasks like scheduling and messaging.

• Claude now includes an analysis tool that enables users to run JavaScript code for real-time data processing, visualization, and detailed analysis.

• Claude can now interpret images within PDFs alongside text, enhancing its ability to process complex documents with charts and graphics.

• Claude 3.5 Haiku outperforms Claude 3 Opus. Final tests show Claude 3.5 Haiku outperforming Claude 3 Opus across benchmarks.

• Anthropic’s Claude app is now available for Mac and Windows. Bringing Claude directly to your desktop.

• Siri can now forward complex questions to ChatGPT, enhancing response capabilities for users.

• Apple’s new iMac, Macbook and Mac mini are built for Apple Intelligence, enabling faster data processing, graphics, and on-device privacy features.

• Wonder Animation enables creators to transform live-action videos into 3D scenes, with full control over animations, camera angles, and environments.

• Blendbox Alpha empowers creators to shape AI-generated art without complex prompts, offering direct control for a seamless creative experience.

• D-ID introduces new avatars capable of real-time interaction, blending hyper-realistic visuals with conversational AI.

• Udio introduces new track editing tools. Udio lets users regenerate track sections and edit lyrics line-by-line.

• Suno is about to launch the next version of their model, version 4, in the coming weeks.

• Suno’s new Personas feature captures the essence of a song—its vocals, style, and energy—allowing users to apply these unique elements to new creations.

• Spline launches AI Voice + 3D integration for real-time API integration to drive variables, trigger actions, and create immersive AI experiences.

• Hume introduces assistants blending unique voices and personalities, enhanced with Claude 3.5 Haiku for richer, interactive experiences.

• Meshcapade’s text-to-motion tool transforms prompts into downloadable motion files, bringing characters to life with ease.

• Recraft unveils Graphic Design Generator for instant custom designs. Simply set a frame, position elements, type a prompt, and generate your design.

• China advances open-source AI with Tencent’s Hunyuan Large model, surpassing Llama 3.1 and others in efficiency and multilingual capability.

• Runway introduces Camera Control for precise shot direction. It lets creators direct shots with intention.

• Kling AI’s new Custom Models allow creators to train unique video characters using 10–30 short videos, ensuring consistent portrayal across scenes.

• HeyGen lets creators generate ultra-realistic avatars with natural motion from a simple prompt, fully customizable with outfits, poses, and backgrounds.

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This was it. Our twenty-third digital dip together. It might seem like a lot, but remember; this wasn't even everything that happened in the past few weeks. This was just a fraction.

I can help you navigate this new terrain. With expertise in AI integration and a deep understanding of the AI landscape, I can guide your organization through this transformation. Together, we'll harness the power of AI to elevate your workflows, empower your teams, and prepare your business for the future.

Looking forward to what tomorrow brings! ▽

-Wesley