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WHEN INTERFACES BECOME DISPOSABLE
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A new parent used AI coding to create a custom interface for his Fitbit data, addressing his unique sleep tracking needs that the standard app couldn't fulfill. This bespoke tool is an example of disposable software. AI agents are increasingly enabling users to bypass traditional interfaces and directly access product capabilities via APIs, creating a fragmented landscape where custom solutions are easily generated.