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AI Building Workshop
Anyone can build software. Seriously.
With AI tools like Cursor and Claude Code you build working websites, apps and internal tools. Without ever having written a line of code. In this workshop you learn how, and get hands-on.
Your project
[ The shift ]
Building software is no longer reserved for developers
Until recently, you needed years of programming experience to build a website, app or tool. Or you hired a developer, for thousands of euros and weeks of waiting.
That has changed. There are tools that generate an app in a few clicks (think Lovable or Bolt). Fast, but you give up control. And there are tools like Cursor where you describe what you want to build in plain language and get working code that you understand, can modify and fully own.
The difference? You no longer need to learn how to write code. You learn how to direct the AI that does it for you.
70%of all code will be AI-generated in 2025
According to Y Combinator CEO Garry Tan, AI already writes the majority of all new code.
10xfaster from idea to working prototype
What used to take weeks and thousands of euros, you now build in hours for tens of euros per month in tool costs.
0lines of code you need to type
You describe what you want in plain language. The AI writes the code.
What makes this workshop different
Most AI coding courses are made by developers, for developers. And vibe coding tools like Lovable are accessible, but give you little insight into what's happening under the hood.
In this workshop we deliberately choose a professional stack: Cursor + Next.js + Supabase + Vercel. Four tools that work seamlessly together and give you full control over what you build. We start from the beginning, without assumptions about prior knowledge. So that at the end of the day you haven't just built something, but also understand what you've built.
Along the way you also learn what alternatives exist (other databases, other editors, other frameworks) so after the workshop you can choose what fits your project best.
We're also honest about costs: the tools are free to start with, but serious use requires a subscription. It mainly helps you quickly get to an MVP, internal tool or even a full-fledged software solution at a significantly lower investment than was traditionally the case.
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Build it yourself, without a developer
For professionals who have an idea but don't know how to realize it technically. And who now can do it themselves.
Entrepreneurs
You have an idea for a product, tool or platform. Traditionally you need a development team for that. You learn how to build a working MVP yourself at a fraction of those costs.
From 'I have an idea' to 'I have a working product'.
Product Managers
You want to prototype faster and be less dependent on the dev team for proof-of-concepts. You learn how to create working prototypes you can test immediately.
From wireframes to working prototypes. Without tickets.
Marketers & Consultants
Your team relies on manual processes or custom software. You learn how to build internal dashboards, calculators or client portals yourself with affordable tools.
From 'can someone build this?' to 'I built it myself'.
Creative Professionals
You already design in Figma or Canva, but want to turn your ideas into working digital products. You learn the bridge from design to code.
From static design to interactive, working product.
This workshop is less suitable if you...
- Are already an experienced developer. We recommend a custom track instead.
- Only want to quickly generate something without understanding what you're building. Then vibe coding tools like Lovable or Bolt are a better fit.
- Expect a ready-made app without getting your hands dirty. This workshop is hands-on, you build it yourself.
[ The program ]
What you'll learn
This workshop follows our Think again method: first understand how AI tools build software, then reconsider what you really need to know, and only then apply it yourself. You build your own project during the day.
You shift from "I have an idea" to "I have a working product online".
1
Understand
How AI builds software, and what your role is
What is AI Building?
The difference between vibe coding (blindly relying on AI) and agentic engineering (deliberately collaborating with AI). Why that difference matters when you want to build something serious.
- How AI coding tools work under the hood
- The agent loop: instruction → code → feedback → iteration
- Why context and good instructions determine everything
Result: you understand how AI generates code and how you steer it.
Getting to know the tools
The landscape of AI coding tools is growing fast. Which tools exist, what's the difference, and why do we use Cursor as our foundation?
- Cursor vs. Lovable, Bolt, Windsurf: agentic vs. vibe coding
- Claude Code & Codex: when to use a CLI tool?
- MCP, Agent Skills & plugins: giving your AI extra context
Result: you choose the right tool and configure it for your project.
2
Reconsider
What you do need to know, and what you don't
Understanding the technical stack
You don't need to know how to write React or Next.js. But if you understand what they do, you give better instructions to the AI. Then you also understand what's being built.
- Next.js: the standard for modern web applications
- Supabase: database, auth and storage in one (and alternatives like Firebase or Neon)
- Expo: from web to mobile app
Result: you recognize the building blocks and understand what you're building.
Security & pitfalls
AI can write great code, but also insecure code. You learn the essential checks you should always perform, even if you don't read the code line by line.
- Protecting API keys and secrets (.env, secrets)
- OAuth & authentication: setting up secure login
- Row Level Security: who sees which data?
Result: you build securely, even without a security background.
When to bring in a developer
AI tools are powerful, but not omnipotent. You learn to recognize when a project becomes too complex for AI-only, how to effectively brief a developer when needed, and how to keep costs low by doing the heavy lifting yourself.
Result: you can assess what you can do yourself and where you need help.
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Apply
Build it yourself. Hands-on, from zero to live product
Setting up a project
From zero to a working starting point
- Creating your first project in Cursor
- Choosing the right stack for your idea
- Setting up database and authentication with Supabase
Result: you set up a project professionally and structure it.
Building features
Bringing your product to life
- Generating pages and components
- Building API integrations and forms
- Using Agent Skills, MCP & plugins for extra capabilities
Result: you build iteratively through instruction and feedback.
Deploy & go live
Your project is online at the end of the day. Not as a demo, but as a working product:
- Git & GitHub: version control for your project
- Vercel: go live with one click
- Security checklist: the final checks before launch
Result: you independently deploy products and can maintain them.
[ Your toolkit ]
The tools you'll build with
All tools have a free tier to get started. For serious use, expect affordable subscriptions (pay-as-you-go or fixed per month). A fraction of what traditional software development costs.
Cursor
The AI-powered code editor where you describe what you want to build in plain language. Cursor translates your instructions into working code. Alternatives like Windsurf exist, but Cursor is currently the most mature option.
Takeaway: From idea to working code via natural-language instructions.
Claude Code & Codex
Powerful AI assistants that work via the terminal. They can build entire features, fix bugs and structure your project. You'll learn when to use them alongside Cursor.
Takeaway: Choosing the right AI tool for the right task.
Supabase
Database, authentication and file storage in one platform. You'll learn how to let users securely log in (OAuth), store data, and secure your app with Row Level Security. There are alternatives (Firebase, Neon, PlanetScale), but Supabase offers the best combination of power and simplicity.
Takeaway: Setting up database and authentication without backend knowledge.
Next.js & React
The framework behind most modern web applications. You don't need to know it by heart, but you'll learn to understand what it does so you can give better instructions to the AI. We also discuss Expo for mobile apps.
Takeaway: Recognizing and using the building blocks of modern software.
MCP, Agent Skills & Plugins
Learn how to extend AI tools with Agent Skills, the Model Context Protocol (MCP) and plugins. This gives your AI assistant access to your database, documentation and external services. Agent Skills are reusable instruction sets that give your AI specialized knowledge.
Takeaway: Extending AI tools with Agent Skills, MCP and plugins.
Vercel, Security & Deployment
Deploy your project with Vercel: the standard for Next.js hosting. One click from code to production. You'll also learn the essential security checks and how to protect your API keys.
Takeaway: Building and deploying securely, even without a security background.
Honest about costs: Most tools are free to start with, but serious use costs money. Expect around €20-100 per month for your full stack. That's a fraction of what a development team costs, and you keep full control.
The stack: We work with Cursor + Next.js + Supabase + Vercel. You learn the principles that are universally applicable, and you go home with an overview of alternatives for each component.
What you get
The complete journey
Not just a day of workshop, but everything you need to continue building independently afterwards.
1
Preparation
Before the workshop you receive a setup guide so your laptop is ready. We schedule a short call to understand your background and goals, so we make the day as relevant as possible.
2
Workshop
A full day where you go through the Think again method and build your own project. From zero to a working product that's online.
3
Deepening
After the workshop you get access to our online learning environment with in-depth content, video walkthroughs and reference material to learn at your own pace.
4
Aftercare
Stuck on your next project? Through our community you can reach out for a year with questions, feedback and sparring.
1 day
Intensive program
Max 10
Participants per group
0
Programming experience needed
1 year
Aftercare & community
[ Who's guiding you? ]
Your trainers
Not theorists, but entrepreneurs who build with these tools daily and know how to explain them to people who have never touched code.
[ In-house workshop ]
At your office, tailored to your team
We come to you. We tailor the programme to the projects your team wants to build and the current knowledge level.
€ 3,000
excl. VAT, per workshop
Intake, a full day on-site at your office, programme tailored to your team's projects, and a concrete action plan.
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Ready to build?
Request an in-house workshop, we'll get in touch to align on date and format. Or contact us directly if you have questions.