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Geocodio Increases Internal Tool Development with AI Assistance
Key points
- Geocodio built internal tools for efficiency for nearly ten years.
- AI and frontier models enable development of more complex internal apps.
- AI helps manage the maintenance burden of new internal tools.
- The company now creates full-fledged internal applications.
Long-standing Practice of Internal Tooling
Geocodio has historically prioritized automating processes and building internal tools to enhance efficiency. For almost a decade, the company operated with only two individuals, making automation crucial for their operations. These tools ranged from local bash scripts for development environments to infrastructure scripts for health checks and data synchronization, and deployment tools that visualized processes and allowed for rollbacks.
Shift to Advanced Internal Applications with AI
The company has transitioned from creating small scripts and isolated code repositories to developing comprehensive internal applications. This change is directly linked to the emergence of AI and frontier models, which allow for building at a higher level than previously possible. These new applications feature mobile compatibility, improved user experience, and extensive test coverage.
AI Addresses Maintenance Challenges
A significant barrier to developing larger, more ambitious internal tools was the ongoing maintenance burden. While initial development could be quick, keeping tools updated, functional, and bug-free posed a challenge. AI is now used to manage this maintenance, alleviating concerns about the long-term upkeep of the new internal applications.
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Primary sources
GitHub Geocodio/console-ui GitHub mattpocock/skills GitHub Geocodio/yak GitHub Geocodio/treehouseReporting from
Geocodio, a small company, has significantly increased its development of internal tools, moving from small scripts to full-fledged applications. This shift is attributed to the advent of AI and frontier models, which reduce both the development and maintenance burden of these tools.