Dave Swift reviews tools, automation, and AI so you don't waste time and money on the wrong ones. His videos cover AI and LLM tooling, self-hosting, productivity apps, WordPress, and lifetime deals.

Dave Swift is a Software Enthusiast with a YouTube channel (@dave-swift), a Minnesota Twins fan, and a husband and father of 4. He tests everything on real projects before recommending it. His website daveswift.com serves as a hub offering a free newsletter with tool picks and testing updates, a membership program with video companions and config files, and courses including an in-depth Ghost Editor course.
OpenAI's advanced video generation model
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Sora 2 is OpenAI's video generation model accessible via API with variable pricing based on model tier and resolution. It supports both text-to-video and image-to-video generation with synchronized audio.
AI transcription software with 99% accuracy, supporting 54+ languages and real-time features
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Sonix is an AI-powered transcription service that converts audio and video files into searchable, editable, and shareable transcripts. It supports 40+ languages, includes AI summarization, speaker identification, and confidence scoring for accuracy verification.
B2B Sales Intelligence with Global Data Coverage
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SMARTe is a B2B data platform providing verified global company and contact data with 289M+ contacts across 200+ countries. The platform delivers prospecting, enrichment, and buying signal capabilities for sales and marketing teams at a transparent, affordable price.