Can you build a website with ChatGPT? I Put It to the Test

In this episode, I explore the question: Can you really build a website using AI in 2025?

The short answer: Yes—if your needs are simple.
The long answer: There are trade-offs.

Join me as I break down the current landscape of website development and show how AI fits into the process. Whether you’re a business owner, marketer, or just curious about AI tools, you’ll learn what’s possible—and what still requires a human touch.

Here’s what we cover:
Why websites still matter in 2025, even with declining traffic
What AI tools like ChatGPT can (and can’t) do in web design
The four main options for building a site today (Bespoke builds. Open-source CMS (like WordPress), All-in-one SaaS builders (Wix, Squarespace), New AI-assisted website builders (like Durable and Framer AI)
Where AI saves time—and where you’ll still need a developer

I also share my own experience planning a website for this podcast, including the tools I tested, what worked, and why I ultimately chose WordPress (with help from AI) for more flexibility and control.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to AI in Website Design
00:42 The Importance of Websites in 2025
02:48 Exploring AI Tools for Website Creation
03:15 Can ChatGPT build a website for you?
04:56 Step-by-Step Website Development Process using ChatGPT
07:31 Current Landscape of Website Building Options
11:26 Do we still need web developers?
12:44 Conclusion and Next Steps
13:59 My way or the AI way Remix - courtsey of Mubert - 5 sec.mp3