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Introducing Forge: Build Apps with AI

We built Forge to let anyone turn an idea into a production-ready application using AI. Here's why, how it works, and what's next.

April 10, 20263 min read

Today we're excited to introduce Forge — an AI-powered platform that turns your ideas into production-ready applications. Describe what you want to build, and Forge scaffolds the code, spins up containers, and deploys — all from a single conversational interface.

Why We Built Forge

At Triforce Software, we've spent years building custom software for businesses. One pattern kept coming up: the gap between having an idea and having a working prototype is too wide. Founders wait weeks for an MVP. Internal teams wait months for tooling. Developers spend more time on boilerplate than on the problem they're solving.

We built Forge to close that gap. Not by replacing developers, but by giving them — and non-technical founders — a faster way to go from concept to running code.

How It Works

Forge gives you a complete development workspace in the browser:

  • Chat interface — Describe what you want in natural language. Forge's AI generates code, creates files, and structures your project.
  • File explorer — Browse, read, and edit your project's source code directly.
  • Integrated terminal — Run shell commands in your project's container. Install packages, run scripts, debug issues.
  • Git panel — Commit changes, manage branches, push to GitHub or Bitbucket without leaving Forge.
  • Live preview — See your app running in real-time as you build. Every project gets a shareable preview URL.

Multi-Model AI

Different tasks need different levels of AI capability. Forge lets you choose the right model for the job:

  • Haiku — Fast and economical. Great for quick edits, simple components, and iterative tweaks.
  • Sonnet — Balanced performance. The default for most development tasks.
  • Opus — Maximum capability. Use it for complex architecture decisions, large refactors, and nuanced problem-solving.

Built for Real Projects

Forge isn't a toy. Every project runs in its own isolated container with proper health monitoring. You can import existing repositories, work with real databases, and deploy to production. We built Forge with the same infrastructure we use for client projects — Kubernetes, PostgreSQL, Redis, and modern CI/CD.

Project Types

Forge supports a range of application types out of the box:

  • Full-stack web apps — Next.js frontends with API routes, database models, and authentication.
  • API services — REST or GraphQL backends with proper error handling and documentation.
  • Mobile apps — React Native with Expo for cross-platform mobile development.
  • Custom projects — Bring your own stack. Forge adapts to whatever you're building.

Pricing

Forge is free to start. The free tier includes 1 project and 500 monthly credits — enough to explore what's possible. Pro ($20/month) and Max ($50/month) plans unlock more projects, credits, and features like custom domains and team collaboration. Enterprise customers can bring their own API keys for unlimited usage.

What's Next

We're actively developing Forge and shipping improvements every week. On the roadmap:

  • One-click deployment to custom domains
  • Team workspaces with shared projects
  • Template marketplace for common app patterns
  • Enhanced debugging tools and AI-powered code review

We built Forge because we believe building software should be faster without sacrificing quality. Whether you're a developer looking to prototype faster or a founder with an idea you want to validate — give Forge a try.

— Caleb Lamoreaux, Founder, Triforce Software