The rise of Vibe Tooling is fundamentally changing the software development lifecycle. We’re moving away from a world where we spend thousands of hours writing lines of code, and into an era where natural language is the control layer.In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, I dive deep into the current landscape of AI-powered development and compare the four major players shaping 2026:💡 Lovable - The Product Builder, perfect for turning an idea into a full-stack application in minutes.💡 Replit - The Bridge, ideal for learners who want to build first and understand the underlying machinery later.💡 Cursor - The Engineer, a powerhouse for professional developers managing complex, existing codebases.💡 GitHub Copilot - The Enterprise Ecosystem, integrating AI agents directly into the governance and security of the dev lifecycle.But here’s the catch, the easier software becomes to create, the easier it becomes to create bad software.As AI takes over implementation, human expertise in architecture, security, and critical thinking becomes more valuable than ever. We aren't being replaced, we're being promoted to Orchestrators.Available on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube | All major podcast platformsSend me a messageStart building your thought leadership portfolio today with INSPO. Wherever you are in your professional journey, whether you're just starting out or well established, you have knowledge, experience, and perspectives worth sharing. Showcase your thinking, connect through ideas, and make your voice part of something bigger at INSPO - https://www.inspo.expert/Everyday AI: Your daily guide to grown with Generative AICan't keep up with AI? We've got you. Everyday AI helps you keep up and get ahead.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showI’m truly honoured that the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast is now reaching listeners in over 120 countries and 1,830+ cities worldwide. Thank you for your continued support! If you’d enjoyed the podcast, please leave a review and subscribe to ensure you're notified about future episodes.For further information visit - https://priceroberts.com/Podcast/https://priceroberts.comwww.inspiringtechleaders.com

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