{"id":3950,"date":"2025-08-06T17:19:18","date_gmt":"2025-08-06T20:19:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/beontech.wpengine.com\/blog\/?p=3950"},"modified":"2026-04-06T09:55:19","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T12:55:19","slug":"ai-tools","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/ai-tools\/","title":{"rendered":"From Niche to Norm: What AI Tools Have Top Engineers Incorporated into Their Stack?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>It\u2019s no secret that AI tools are reshaping how developers work. From automating boilerplate code to boosting daily productivity, artificial intelligence has evolved from a sidekick to a co-pilot \u2014 and in many cases, the pilot itself. The adoption of these tools is rapidly becoming the norm, with usage rates ranging from 70% to 82% across countries such as the U.S., Brazil, India, and Germany, according to GitHub. And for good reason.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mckinsey.com\/capabilities\/quantumblack\/our-insights\/the-state-of-ai\">McKinsey<\/a> reports that 65% of companies that have adopted AI have seen increased revenue in at least one business function, while 44% say it has reduced costs in those areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/01-1.png\" alt=\"&quot;Infographic showing survey results on AI adoption. Title: 'From Niche to Norm: AI Adoption + Tools Top Engineers are Adding to Their Tech Stack.' A circular graph illustrates two data points: 65% of companies increased revenue in at least one business function (highlighted in purple with a rocket emoji), and 44% of companies reduced costs in those areas (highlighted in blue with a money emoji). Source: McKinsey.\" class=\"wp-image-3952\" srcset=\"https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/01-1.png 1200w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/01-1-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/01-1-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/01-1-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/01-1-600x400.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>We asked a segment of our engineering community at BEON.tech \u2014 a network of thousands of<a href=\"https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/hire-latin-american-developers\"> top-tier Latin American developers<\/a> \u2014 a simple yet revealing question: <strong>\u201cWhich coding assistant are you currently using?\u201d<\/strong> The results shed light on which tools are gaining traction and which are quietly falling behind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To complement the insights from this survey, we also hosted an internal webinar led by Damian Wasserman, co-founder of BEON.tech, where he explored how developers across the region are integrating AI into their daily workflows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Throughout this post, we\u2019ll bring in some of Damian\u2019s key takeaways \u2014 and we\u2019ll take things a step further by examining how these changes reflect the broader shift toward <a href=\"https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/ai-driven-software-development\">AI-first engineering<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cursor Takes the Lead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Frame-1437254600.png\" alt=\"Infographic showing Cursor as the top AI tool chosen by BEON.tech developers, with 29% of the votes. \" class=\"wp-image-3953\" srcset=\"https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Frame-1437254600.png 1200w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Frame-1437254600-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Frame-1437254600-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Frame-1437254600-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Frame-1437254600-600x400.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>With <strong>29%<\/strong> of the votes, Cursor is the clear frontrunner among BEON.tech developers. Its seamless integration with code editors and focus on speed and accuracy make it a favorite for devs looking to speed up iteration without compromising code quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cursor\u2019s growing traction is consistent with wider industry trends. Damian highlighted Cursor\u2019s ability to reduce friction in complex tasks, especially when switching between logic-heavy files. He also praised its collaboration features for distributed teams, aligning perfectly with modern, AI-first engineering workflows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>ChatGPT and GitHub Copilot: Still Strong Contenders<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/03.png\" alt=\"Infographic showing ChatGPT as a still strong contender chosen by BEON.tech developers, with 19% of the votes. \" class=\"wp-image-3955\" srcset=\"https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/03.png 1200w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/03-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/03-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/03-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/03-600x400.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ChatGPT <\/strong>earned<strong> 19%<\/strong>, showing its value as a flexible, general-purpose AI assistant. From debugging to architectural decisions, developers trust it for more than just autocomplete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>GitHub Copilot<\/strong>, once the AI darling of coders, now trails slightly at <strong>17%<\/strong>. It\u2019s still a solid choice \u2014 especially for GitHub-heavy workflows \u2014 but the competition is heating up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1248\" height=\"873\" src=\"https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Frame-1437254600-4.png\" alt=\"Infographic showing Copilot as another interesting AI option chosen by BEON.tech developers, with 17% of the votes. \" class=\"wp-image-3958\" srcset=\"https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Frame-1437254600-4.png 1248w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Frame-1437254600-4-300x210.png 300w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Frame-1437254600-4-1024x716.png 1024w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Frame-1437254600-4-768x537.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1248px) 100vw, 1248px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>According to Damian, GitHub Copilot remains popular in enterprise environments because of its seamless integration with CI\/CD pipelines and GitHub repos. However, its limited customizability compared to tools like Claude or Cursor may be pushing devs to explore new alternatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Claude Enters the Chat<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Frame-1437254600-1-1.png\" alt=\"Claude AI chosen by 17% of BEON.tech developers for its lightweight, conversational, and context-aware capabilities. Popular among developers who prefer a more collaborative coding assistant, Claude is emerging as a rising star in the AI programming tools landscape.\" class=\"wp-image-3956\" srcset=\"https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Frame-1437254600-1-1.png 1200w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Frame-1437254600-1-1-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Frame-1437254600-1-1-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Frame-1437254600-1-1-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Frame-1437254600-1-1-600x400.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Claude <\/strong>also secured <strong>17%<\/strong> of responses, marking its place as a rising star in the AI coding space. Lightweight, conversational, and context-aware, Claude is carving out a niche with devs who value a more collaborative interaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Its extended context windows and structured prompts make it ideal for pair programming \u2014 particularly when dealing with legacy codebases or massive monorepos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Gemini and Claude Code: Niche but Growing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Gemini<\/strong>, Google&#8217;s entry in the race, pulled in <strong>8%<\/strong>, while <strong>Claude Code<\/strong> landed at<strong> 6%<\/strong>. Though not yet mainstream, they\u2019re attracting early adopters exploring alternatives outside the dominant players.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Frame-1437254600-2.png\" alt=\"Infographic showing AI tool usage share: Gemini by Google at 8%, represented in blue on a circular chart, and Claude Code at 6%, shown in orange. The graphic notes that while not mainstream, Gemini is attracting early adopters exploring alternatives beyond leading AI models.\" class=\"wp-image-3959\" srcset=\"https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Frame-1437254600-2.png 1200w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Frame-1437254600-2-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Frame-1437254600-2-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Frame-1437254600-2-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Frame-1437254600-2-600x400.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>As Damian noted, Gemini is often preferred by Android developers within the Google ecosystem. Meanwhile, Claude Code\u2019s coding-first UX and advanced summarization capabilities are quickly earning it a loyal following.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Curious Cases: Tabnine and Windsurf<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tabnine <\/strong>and <strong>Windsurf <\/strong>each earned<strong> 2%<\/strong>, signaling low but present engagement. Whether these tools evolve or fade will depend on future innovation \u2014 or acquisition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Damian touched on the ongoing consolidation of the AI tooling space. Windsurf, for example, recently caught attention after being acquired by Cognition (creators of Devin), but still hasn\u2019t built meaningful traction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>One Lonely Dev<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Frame-1437254600-3.png\" alt=\"Infographic displaying AI assistant usage among developers: only 1% reported not using any AI assistant. This is shown as a small red segment on a circular usage chart, labeled 'None' with a red X icon, indicating minimal non-adoption.\" class=\"wp-image-3960\" srcset=\"https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Frame-1437254600-3.png 1200w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Frame-1437254600-3-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Frame-1437254600-3-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Frame-1437254600-3-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Frame-1437254600-3-600x400.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Just <strong>1%<\/strong> of devs reported not using any AI assistant. That\u2019s a powerful message on its own: in mid-2025, going AI-free is almost unheard of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The AI Adoption Dilemma: What Does This Say About the Modern Tech Stack?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>AI coding assistants are no longer optional. They\u2019re becoming core to the daily workflows of top-tier engineers. Whether it&#8217;s refactoring, documentation, or pair programming, these tools are embedded in the way developers think, code, and collaborate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Damian emphasized that this isn\u2019t just about tooling \u2014 it&#8217;s about a <strong>cultural shift<\/strong>. Teams are adopting &#8220;AI-first workflows,&#8221; where code reviews, estimations, and testing are supported or initiated by assistants. This redefines what productivity means for devs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"502\" src=\"https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/04.png\" alt=\"Quote from Dami\u00e1n Wasserman, Co-Founder at BEON.tech, stating: 'We\u2019re not just building software anymore. Developers today must propose solutions, think like business owners, and embrace AI to accelerate value creation.' The quote is displayed on a gradient background.\" class=\"wp-image-3966\" srcset=\"https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/04.png 1200w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/04-300x126.png 300w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/04-1024x428.png 1024w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/04-768x321.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>He also underscored the rise of <strong>role-specific assistants<\/strong> (like Claude for architecture insights or Cursor for debugging) and how engineers are now <strong>stacking assistants<\/strong> \u2014 using multiple tools simultaneously to cover their entire dev flow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"502\" src=\"https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/01-2.png\" alt=\"Inspirational quote by Dami\u00e1n Wasserman, Co-Founder at BEON.tech: 'Fire took centuries to change the world. Agriculture took generations. The printing press took decades. AI is writing history in real time.' Displayed on a white card over a blue-to-white gradient background.\" class=\"wp-image-3967\" srcset=\"https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/01-2.png 1200w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/01-2-300x126.png 300w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/01-2-1024x428.png 1024w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/01-2-768x321.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>From Engineering Managers to Hands-On Leads<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Another shift Damian noted is how engineering management roles are evolving:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"502\" src=\"https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/02.png\" alt=\"Quote from Dami\u00e1n Wasserman, Co-Founder at BEON.tech: 'Smaller teams mean fewer managers. Engineering managers are now rolling up their sleeves and doing more hands-on work \u2014 more like the tech leads of the past.' Displayed on a white card over a soft blue gradient background.\" class=\"wp-image-3968\" srcset=\"https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/02.png 1200w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/02-300x126.png 300w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/02-1024x428.png 1024w, https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/02-768x321.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>This reflects a growing industry preference for \u201cdoers\u201d \u2014 highly-skilled, versatile individuals who can ship product and guide AI-driven workflows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>If your team is navigating how to integrate these new technologies, check out our breakdown of <a href=\"https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/ai-business-solutions\">AI business solutions for tech leaders<\/a> or explore how to effectively collaborate with a <a href=\"https:\/\/beon.tech\/blog\/generalist-software-engineer\">generalist software engineer<\/a> in this new landscape.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ready to integrate top-tier AI-powered talent into your team?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At BEON.tech, our <strong>Latin American devs<\/strong> are not just keeping up with the future \u2014 they\u2019re building it, one AI-assisted commit at a time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/meet.beon.tech\/find-a-developer-2\/\"><strong>Schedule a call with our team<\/strong><\/a> and find the right developer to help you scale with confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s no secret that AI tools are reshaping how developers work. From automating boilerplate code to boosting daily productivity, artificial intelligence has evolved from a sidekick to a co-pilot \u2014 and in many cases, the pilot itself. 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