Build vs Buy: When to Use AI APIs vs Building Custom AI Features

Should you use OpenAI's API or build custom AI? A framework for deciding when to buy pre-built AI solutions vs building from scratch, with real cost comparisons and decision criteria.

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AI Engineering•Nov 12, 2025•12 min read

AI-First vs AI-Enhanced Products: Which Strategy Is Right for Your SaaS?

Should you build an AI-first product or add AI to enhance your existing SaaS? Cost, market position, and strategic trade-offs explained with real examples.

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