AI in the workshop—and in useful products
How AI-assisted development and carefully chosen product capabilities fit our old-school values.
September 12: a note from the workbench
Published September 12, 2026. We use AI to help explore ideas, write and review software, and test our work. It expands what an independent studio can attempt; human judgment still sets the direction.
Two different roles
AI-assisted development does not mean every product contains an AI engine. Whomly includes an optional AI-assisted public research and briefing workflow. SOVINTO’s live negotiation guidance engine is being developed, with preparation and general prewritten help as its current foundation.
Useful before impressive
SOVINTO’s aim is practical: prepare for conversations such as a new job offer or buying a house, then find useful guidance when you need it. Its live AI guidance and interactive practice remain under development. We consider privacy and data flow alongside usefulness, and describe capabilities product by product.
Still on the workbench
Funky Town’s next city-building and creativity-pressure redesign is also in progress. We will share completed milestones as they are verified. Old-school values, modern ambitions, and careful engineering remain the thread through the work.