The Good Thing

AI tools were supposed to 10x developer productivity. But what if they’re actually slowing us down?

A new study from METR found that AI coding tools like Cursor and Copilot slowed experienced developers down by 19 percent on average. A vindicating followup to a key insight from last episode: “every line of code is a liability”. However, this study has some SERIOUS red flags, and it seems more clickbait than substance.

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Cursor's recent pricing change sparked a developer exodus. But it really wasn’t about the price.

2025’s darling AI-code-editor Cursor shook its community this week with surprise pricing and usage changes that blindsided many. But It wasn’t just about the money, it was about the lack of transparency.

They apologized, but only for how they announced it, not for the changes themselv...

In this episode of The Good Thing with Stefan & Jens, our CEO Jens takes us through his latest LinkedIn post calling out a growing anti-pattern: generating GraphQL schemas from OpenAPI specs: deep dive into how we should (and shouldn’t) be building APIs.

Topics this episode:

Apollo GraphQL’s new “Connectors” feature… which somehow breaks their own Principled GraphQL guidelines. We unpack where things went sideways and what de...

DISCLAIMER: This episode is much more fun in video-form. Check the link below for the link to the video version on YouTube.

Everyone's building an AI startup in 2025. But how many will make it to 2026?

VC funding is flowing, landing pages are sleek, and the term “AI-native” is slapped on everything from search tools to to-do apps. It’s a great time to start an AI company — but a brutal one to survive in.

In this episode of The Good ...

When you're building in public, you don’t just ship code—you ship opinions. And sometimes, those opinions light the internet on fire.

In this week’s episode of The Good Thing, Jens and Stefan unpack three of the most talked-about stories in tech—from language wars to AI ethics to the future of foundational infrastructure.

We cover:

Go vs. Rust – why Jens’s viral post stirred up so much emotion, and what’s actually at stake for...

When you’re scaling systems, moving fast is only half the battle. You also need clarity around architecture, real-world feedback, and a deep understanding of how tools like GraphQL and AI actually fit into your pipeline. That’s where experience counts—and this week, we brought in one of the best.

On this episode of The Good Thing, Jens and Stefan are joined by Robert Farr, Principal Software Architect at Procore. With 22+ years in e...

TECHNICAL ADVISORY BOARDS: When you're building a platform for developers, shipping fast is not enough. You need feedback loops that grow with your product. You need insights from the people who hit the edge cases first. That is what a strong TAB enables.

In this week’s episode of The Good Thing, Jens and Stefan take you inside WunderGraph’s own Technical Advisory Board — what it is, how it works, and why it has become a critical pa...

APIs are shaped by teams. But what happens when teams are shaped by AI?

Conway’s Law famously says that software mirrors the communication structures of the teams that build it. But in a world of generative AI, autonomous agents, and increasingly API-first systems—how does that law hold up?

What we cover:

AI-Augmented Architectures – how generative tools influence team structures and API design

System Boundaries – when ...

Reuse is at the heart of open source, but what happens when reuse turns into rebranding?

When a third party matches your project feature-for-feature, slaps on a new logo, and sells it without contributing a cent or a single PR… what do you do?

What we cover:

License Levers – weighing Apache 2.0, SSPL, and Fair Code tradeoffs

Dual-Licensing & Open Core – can “pay-for-extras” models protect innovation?

Trademark & ...

DISCLAIMER: This episode is much more fun in video-form. Check out the link below for the link to the video episode on YouTube.

What makes a landing page actually work for developers? And why do so many fall short?

In this week’s episode of The Good Thing Podcast, Stefan and Jens dive into the design, messaging, and overall strategy behind the landing pages of some of today’s top developer platforms. From standout CTAs to common pitf...

The Future of API Development: Building Internal Apps Faster Than Ever

Creating internal tools used to be a tedious process—connecting data sources, configuring UI, and deploying systems manually. But what if you could generate fully functional internal apps with a single prompt?

In this episode, we showcase a powerful new feature built on WunderGraph’s Supergraph and MCP Gateway that lets teams create employee dashboards and interna...

The Tobi AI Memo: Shopify's Bezos Moment? | TGT #13

In this episode, we're gonna discuss the leaked internal memo from Shopify CEO Tobi Lütke that outlines a bold new direction for AI integration within the organization.

Let's unpack the 10 key insights from the internal message—an emerging "AI mandate" that echoes the impact of Jeff Bezos’ famous 2002 API directive at Amazon. As the tech world moves toward AI-native workflows, Shopi...

Want to join us on the podcast? Reach out to jacob@wundergraph.com!

Beyond GraphQL: How Federation is Redefining Scalable API Architecture

As organization scale, API management becomes increasingly complex, GraphQL Federation offers a transformative approach, enabling teams to build modular, scalable, and efficient API architectures.

In this episode, we delve into the evolution of GraphQL Federation—how it addresses the limitations of...

Big announcement: We’ve secured $7.5M to revolutionize API collaboration!

In this special episode, we break down our Series A funding —what it means for WunderGraph, how it shapes our future, and the journey that got us here. Led by Karma Ventures, with participation from eBay Ventures and Aspenwood Ventures, this investment is a huge step forward in making WunderGraph Cosmo the go-to solution for API management at scale.

What's insi...

The Good Thing Podcast Episode 10 | Building WunderGraph: The Highs, Lows & Lessons Learned

For our 10th episode, we're making it extra special—an in-person conversation featuring all four WunderGraph founders: Björn, Jens, Dustin, and Stefan.

This offers an inside look at the journey of building WunderGraph—from the early decisions that shaped its success to the challenges and missteps along the way. We’ll discuss what we love about...

With so many programming languages—JavaScript, Python, Go, Rust, TypeScript—how do you choose the one that matches your vibe?

Choosing the right programming language is one of the most important decisions developers make. But beyond personal preference, what factors truly define the best language for a given project?

In this episode, we break down the pros and cons of programming languages and explore how different factors—performanc...

The State of Federation | What We've Learned Through Rapid Scale with Top Enterprise

In this episode, we take an in-depth look at our evolving approach to API integration and scalability. Drawing from our experiences with Top Enterprise clients, we share our insights on Federation—its challenges, breakthroughs, and the best practices/strategies we’ve developed along the way.

Along with a comprehensive review of several key to...

Ever wondered how Composition and Query Planning in GraphQL Federation works?

In this episode, Founding Engineers Sergey and Chief Composition Officer David share their insights and experiences at WunderGraph while discussing the intricacies of Federation.

What You'll Learn:

* Insights into the unique challenges of being founder engineers at an early stage startup
* Deep dive into the relationship between Federation, Compo...

Copying your competitors might seem like a shortcut to success—but is it really?

Could it actually be holding you back from real innovation?

In this episode, Stefan & Jens break down the pros and cons of following your competition’s playbook.

💡 What You’ll Learn

When copying competitors make sense (and when it doesn't)

The risk of following trends vs. building somethin...