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# Why Buy Software When AI Can Build It?

Why buy rigid off-the-shelf software when AI can build it cheaper? Discover how generative tools are disrupting development and when specialized SaaS remains essential for enterprise compliance.

- **Speakers:** [Lee Edwards](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/@lee-edwards), [Mang-Git Ng](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/@mang-git-ng), [Richard Robinson](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/@richard-robinson), [Floriane Gramlich](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/@floriane-gramlich)
- **Event:** World Congress 2026 North America
- **Published:** September 24, 2026
- **Duration:** 25:19
- **URL:** https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100520-why-buy-software-when-ai-can-build-it

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