Which AI Model Should You Use? A Super Simple Guide for Developers
Spoiler: You don’t need a PhD to pick the right AI model. Just a few clear pointers—and that’s what this post gives you. If you’ve ever opened GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, or Claude and thought: “Wait… which model should I even use for this?” You’re definitely not alone. With so many AI options out there (some fast, some smart, some really good at just one thing), it’s easy to get stuck before you even start coding. This guide breaks it down simply—no fluff, no jargon. Just a clear path to picking the right model for whatever you’re building today.

Spoiler: You don’t need a PhD to pick the right AI model. Just a few clear pointers—and that’s what this post gives you.
If you’ve ever opened GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, or Claude and thought:
“Wait… which model should I even use for this?”
You’re definitely not alone.
With so many AI options out there (some fast, some smart, some really good at just one thing), it’s easy to get stuck before you even start coding.
This guide breaks it down simply—no fluff, no jargon. Just a clear path to picking the right model for whatever you’re building today.