3 AI coding tools I actually used

Hey! 👋 Here's what I promised you:

The 3 AI coding tools I used this year — and who each one is for:

Cursor — $20/mo, plus pay-as-you-go API tokens inside the IDE. Strong autopilot that finishes whole tasks. Great, but the API bills add up fast.

Google Antigravity — has a free plan; on the paid tiers (Pro / Ultra) you get generous, near-"unlimited" Gemini usage. Best pick if you're a beginner or want free coding AI.

Claude Code — on the Max plan you get the best models (Opus, Haiku…) for real coding and deep work. Best for heavier, more serious jobs.

How to start

1. Beginner, or want free? Start with Antigravity.
2. Serious / heavy coding? Go Claude Code (Max plan).
3. Want autopilot inside your IDE? Try Cursor (watch the API costs).