I use AI for full software design cycle: prototyping the UI, choosing the tech stack, defining the architecture, implementing, deploying and fixing issues. My typical workflow is: brainstorm → plan → implement. I currently use Claude Opus 4.7 through the Claude Code VS Code extension, with some MCPs (first of all Serena). I really like the experience, especially the clear explanations, smooth Plan Mode, and commands like simplify that I often use. That said, I’ve tried GPT-5.5 a few times on bugs Claude struggled with, and I was impressed by how directly it found working solutions. My impression is that it is smarter than opus and more efficient. In addition, ChatGPT Pro subscription seems to offer much higher limits than Claude Max 5x at a similar price. I’m now considering switching to ChatGPT. For people who have used both extensively: how do they compare for software design and development? Any trade-offs I should know before switching? Do you have any advice? Thanks in advance. submitted by /u/b4dMik3
Originally posted by u/b4dMik3 on r/ClaudeCode
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