We left Framer (and others will, too)

Frigade.com transitioned from code to the no-code platform Framer and back to code due to evolving needs and limitations of no-code tools. Initially, Frigade used Next.js to hand-build their site but moved to Framer to save engineering time, allowing the marketing team to manage site updates. However, they encountered challenges with agency dependency, high costs, and stagnation as Framer's limitations became apparent. The return to code was facilitated by advancements in AI, specifically Language Learning Models (LLMs), which reduced the cost and time associated with coding. This shift demonstrates how LLMs can eliminate the engineering bottleneck that no-code tools aimed to bypass, leading Frigade to rebuild their site quickly and cost-effectively using voice-only interaction with AI. This experience suggests that more teams may reconsider their reliance on no-code platforms as AI-driven development becomes more accessible and efficient.