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Business Model

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qo_UKlR0DTE](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qo_UKlR0DTE)Regarding his new project, the creator mentions that he recently started a new **AI company** to acquire new clients. Here are the details he shared about it:
  • The Business Model: He is landing contracts to help businesses automate their processes and reduce their overhead. By introducing AI solutions to these companies, he helps them save money on hiring additional staff.
    • Building with AI: He is currently building an app for one of these companies that is already around 20,000 lines of code. Remarkably, he states that he didn't write a single line of that code himself.
      • Leveraging Experience: Even though he admits he doesn't know a lot about AI or web development specifically, he uses his decade of software engineering experience to guide the AI. He reads the AI's output, identifies what it's doing right or wrong, and pieces it together to deliver a high-quality final product.
        Here is the information about the video you requested:**Title:** If I Had to Become a Software Engineer Again in 2026, I’d Do This**Channel:** AppStuff**Published:** April 10, 2026**Video URL:** [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qo_UKlR0DTE](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qo_UKlR0DTE)In this video, the creator (an ex-Meta engineer) reflects on how the tech landscape has changed and shares three core strategies he would use if he were starting his software engineering career over today:
        • Focus on Building Apps with AI Tools [00:46]
          Instead of struggling to find a traditional job, he recommends using AI tools (like Claude, Cursor, or Codex) to rapidly build and launch apps. Getting apps onto the App Store—even if they aren't massive hits—builds a strong portfolio that can be used to land jobs or freelance contracts. He also suggests baking in subscription models to try and generate a direct revenue stream. - **Document Your Journey on Social Media** [[04:24](http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qo_UKlR0DTE&t=264)] He emphasizes the importance of building a network by documenting your process on platforms like YouTube, LinkedIn, X, or Instagram. Sharing "build stories" gives exposure to your products and helps you build a following, which can naturally lead to lucrative contract work and new opportunities. - **Treat Coding Like a Professional, Not a Hobbyist** [[05:36](http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qo_UKlR0DTE&t=336)] Many developers fill their portfolios with unpolished "toy projects" from tutorials, which makes it hard for employers or clients to take them seriously. To stand out, you should focus on building one high-quality, fully polished product from top to bottom (including UI/UX, functionality, and monetization) to clearly demonstrate your ability to deliver professional-grade software.