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In this brief commentary, the speaker argues that traditional no‑code automation platforms such as Zapier, Make, and n8n are becoming obsolete. The core value those tools once offered—enabling non‑technical users to automate business workflows—has been overtaken by AI‑driven agents that can monitor an inbox and autonomously reply on a user’s behalf. The speaker describes a new business model: developers build a deployable AI agent that runs on a client’s computer, install it for the client, and then charge premium fees (e.g., $50,000) for the perceived “magic” of the solution. The tone is conversational and provocative, positioning the shift as both an opportunity and a critique of the hype around AI automation.
