Despite AI advancements, Jason Fried argues against a bespoke software revolution. Bespoke solutions already exist but often fail—bloated, confusing, and poorly built. Only software makers celebrate this trend, creating an echo chamber on platforms like X. Most people tolerate computers out of necessity, not passion for building tools.

The real users Fried describes—a three-person accounting firm, logistics company, or overworked law firm—don't want new software projects. They want problems solved: paperwork reduced, routes optimized, or time leveraged. These professionals don't hate technology but recognize building and maintaining systems isn't their expertise.

Access to tools doesn't create universal builders. Giving everyone software development capabilities won't turn most into creators. Like an excavator doesn't make homeowners contractors, most people want results without responsibility. AI will certainly help people, but the bespoke software revolution remains more hype than reality.