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The Real Cost of AI Isn’t Just the Bill

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What building an AI workspace taught me about token bills, wasted time, and the real price of software. Most people think affordability is a number on a pricing page. After two years of building and launching apps at 123sudo, I think it's much bigger than that. The price is decided by every step we…

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  1. 2026-10-17 12:37 · DEV Community — AI
    The Real Cost of AI Isn’t Just the Bill

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