# AI & The Age of Transient Apps (Ep. 165)

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Podcast: [Never Rewrite: Software Engineering & AI Coding](https://stenobird.com/podcast/never-rewrite-software-engineering-ai-coding-6208168)
Published: 2026-07-24T13:00:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 1109

## Resource

Isaac and Jeffrey explore the concept of transient software, sharing insights on building personalized tools with AI, cost-effective infrastructure, and the future of software development. They discuss real-world examples, including a band management app, and the implications of AI-driven, ephemeral solutions.

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