top of page
Product Build


When skipping AI was the smartest move, and what we built instead
Everyone loves a bold AI case study. The wins. The speed. The promise of scale. But there’s another kind of story worth telling, one about the time you decided to actually not build the product. That was the case with EON Capital Partners. Start with Exploration, Not Assumption EON came to us with a clear […]

Kaio Magalhães
Jul 15, 20252 min read


How to Build AI Features in 2025
The AI landscape has rapidly evolved over the past year, making it easier and cheaper than ever to build AI-powered features. In 2024, we talked about how to integrate AI into products, but 2025 has changed the game. Let’s dive into the new reality of building AI features today. What’s Different in 2025? Unlimited Context […]

Kaio Magalhães
Feb 24, 20254 min read


How to build AI features in 2024
disclaimer: The examples are based on real situations, but they were changed to preserve the anonymity of the people involved as well as the ideas discussed. All the client projects were changed to a similar one. Last month I published a blogpost sharing a few lessons I learned from building AI products. While discussing it […]

Kaio Magalhães
May 6, 20246 min read


Lessons learned in the last year building AI products at Codelitt
November of 2022 is a month that will go down in history as the one in which the world was all looking at the same shiny new thing: ChatGPT. This revelation captivated the imaginations of countless developers – including myself, as I immediately started building proofs of concept on top of it. In hindsight, I […]

Kaio Magalhães
Apr 9, 20247 min read


The hidden challenges of rebuilding products
At some point, every engineer I’ve ever worked with has said “Let’s rebuild this product”. One day, when evaluating a SaaS product, the feedback I gave my CEO was: “Instead of buying it, we should just build it from scratch. We’ll get more bang for our buck”. Ultimately, we decided neither to buy it nor […]

Kaio Magalhães
Mar 13, 20244 min read


Don’t Snooze on AI
Journey into AI: Unveiling Solutions and Innovation At Codelitt, we’re not just developers and designers; we are forever students of our craft. In this article, we explore some of our recent AI initiatives, presenting our vision related to AI and how companies should be experimenting with this technology in their projects. Let’s talk about Tasketeer, […]
Daniel Cifuentes
Jan 18, 20243 min read


Low Code vs. No Code Application Development: What’s the Difference?
The increased demand for automation and the need for faster application development has been met with a limited supply of skilled developers. And between 2022 and 2030, we can expect another 22% rise in the demand for software developers, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Since businesses struggle to align with these trends, […]
Vicky Jaime
Sep 16, 20226 min read


How to Create an App: Planning, Strategy, and Launch Tips
In the digital economy, creating and selling a mobile app is one of the best ways to make money. And today, it’s never been easier to do just that. However, creating an application is no easy task. It requires significant planning, a strategic approach, and an effective launch in order to be a success. In […]
Vicky Jaime
Aug 26, 20227 min read


Product Usability: The Human Mind and Interactions With Products
Aesthetics are a big deal –there’s no secret there. But a product’s appearance is merely one piece of a much bigger puzzle. A product’s appearance is only skin-deep; what lies beneath the surface really counts. And by that, we mean usability. What Is Product Usability? Simply put, usability is a measure of how well users […]
Vicky Jaime
Aug 19, 20225 min read


The Metaverse and Its Impact on Commercial Real Estate
The metaverse is defined as a virtual-reality space in which users can interact with a computer generated environment and other users. This digital environment uses augmented reality and virtual reality to build experiences that mimic real-life interactions. Companies like Meta and Roblox have shifted their business models and focus on the digital transformation opportunities the […]
Vicky Jaime
Jun 27, 20222 min read


Choosing The Right Partner for Digital Innovation
Codelitt’s Blake Grewal sat with Codelitt partners, Todd Green and Andrew Priadka, from TM2 Consulting to discuss their expertise and thoughts on the current market and how to pick the right partner for innovation. TM2 Background TM2 began in 2016 when Todd and Andrew left Regis in pursuit of taking their skills and expertise to […]
Vicky Jaime
Jun 3, 20225 min read


The Real Estate Industry is Increasing Efficiency with Digital Products
The market for property management software is anticipated to reach $2bn by 2027. This projection is widely due to the wide variety of commercial and residential real estate firms that are continuing to adopt technology to not only make their operations more efficient but also make their tenants happier and increase tenant retention. In this […]
Vicky Jaime
May 19, 20223 min read


Benefits of Using Property Visualization in Commercial Real Estate
The commercial real estate market continues to expand, which means competition also continues to expand. According to CBRE, in 2021 a record high $746 billion was invested into commercial real estate. Property visualization tools have allowed companies to get a step ahead of their competition. It allows all stakeholders involved in a project to get […]
Vicky Jaime
May 11, 20223 min read


Mistakes in Product Management
It is estimated that on average 30,000 new products hit the market each year. Unfortunately not all new products are successful. In fact, around 5% of products turn out to be successful. Yes, 95% of new products fail. In addition to this, 1 out of 5 products fail to meet the end-user’s needs. This means […]
Vicky Jaime
Apr 27, 20223 min read


Digital Innovation in the Mortgage Industry
Bank of America reported that digital mortgage transactions nearly doubled in 2020 with 68% of consumer mortgage sales completed digitally. Additionally, a new survey by ICE Mortgage Technology discovered that 60% of borrowers said whether an online application was available or not would affect how they chose a lender. This has set the precedent for […]
Vicky Jaime
Apr 15, 20223 min read


Digital Innovation in Credit Unions
The credit union industry is one that has been disrupted by the rise of neobanks such as Novo or Chime, and other fintech applications. In 2021 $210 billion poured into the fintech industry as an increasing number of investors see that individuals no longer have the desire to spend every interaction inside a branch and […]
Vicky Jaime
Apr 8, 20223 min read


Understanding the Product Life Cycle
What is the Product Life Cycle? The product life cycle consists of 4 stages. The clock starts ticking once a product enters the market for the first time till when it ultimately is phased out of the market. Tracking sales, investment costs, profit, and competition can help determine the stage of your product. For example, […]
Vicky Jaime
Mar 31, 20223 min read


The “Secret” to Profitability -Understanding Your User
Dear Valued Customer.. We’ve seen the all too familiar tagline, “dear valued customer” in circumstances where we do not necessarily feel that we are being heard as users of a product. Customer retention fuels profitability. But, this can be challenging for companies and many spend time focused on acquiring new users versus engaging with their […]
Vicky Jaime
Mar 15, 20223 min read


Why Digital Transformations Fail
We hear the buzz word, “digital transformation”, almost everywhere we go. But, what exactly does it mean? Digital transformation is the concept of integrating technology into all areas of business. This can be challenging and daunting for many organizations as they attempt to get all departments in-sync. In fact, 70% of digital transformation initiatives fall […]
Vicky Jaime
Mar 9, 20223 min read


Cloud Computing and Best Transformation Practices
What is Cloud Computing? The cloud in the world of technology does not actually sit in the sky, although that would be pretty cool! Software and services that run on the internet operate on the cloud, allowing businesses and consumers to access applications as well as retrieve data from anywhere, not just a single computer. […]
Vicky Jaime
Mar 4, 20223 min read
bottom of page