Marcus Webb
Senior Developer & Technical Writer
About Marcus
Marcus is a full-stack developer with ten years of experience building web apps, mobile products, and browser extensions. He is a vocal advocate for AI-assisted development and has shipped over a dozen side projects using vibe coding workflows. He writes about the practical realities of building with AI tools, covering everything from Chrome extensions to full AI agents, always with a focus on what actually ships rather than what merely demos well.
Background
- 10 years full-stack development
- 12+ shipped side projects
- Open source contributor
Writes About
Interests & Hobbies
Interests
- Open source tooling
- Developer experience
- Football
Hobbies
- Contributing to open source
- Cycling around London
Fun Facts
Started 34 side projects, shipped 12, and considers that a perfectly acceptable ratio.
Built his first Chrome extension in a single afternoon out of frustration with a website he used every day.
Articles by Marcus
March 13, 2026 ·8 min read
"How to Vet a Software Development Company: A Developer's Inside Guide"
"As a developer who has seen both sides of the table, here's exactly how to vet a software development company before you hire them, including the technical signals most founders miss."
March 6, 2026 ·12 min read
"The Real Map of AI Startup Funding in 2026 (What the Hype Leaves Out)"
"AI startup funding hit $238 billion in 2025. But 90% of AI startups still fail. Here's what the funding landscape actually looks like, who's writing checks, and what they want."
March 4, 2026 ·10 min read
"How to Actually Find Top AI SaaS Development Companies (Not the Clickbait List Version)"
"Every 'top AI SaaS development companies' list is pay-to-play or outdated. Here's how to find and evaluate truly capable AI development companies the right way."
February 28, 2026 ·5 min read
Can I Vibe Code an AI Agent? The Honest Breakdown
Excited about building an AI agent? Here's what's actually possible through vibe coding, where it gets hard, and how to go from demo to something that works in production.
February 28, 2026 ·4 min read
Can I Vibe Code a Chrome Extension? Here's What to Expect
Chrome extensions are one of the most achievable things you can vibe code. Here's what's genuinely possible, where it gets tricky, and when to get help.
February 28, 2026 ·5 min read
Can I Vibe Code a Mobile App? The Honest Answer
Thinking about vibe coding your mobile app idea? Here's the honest answer on what's possible, where it breaks down, and how to give your idea a real shot at success.