AI-native development is a paradigm shift where AI isn’t just a tool but a core, integrated part of the entire software development lifecycle (SDLC), moving from code-centric to specification-driven development, using AI agents for autonomous coding, testing, and maintenance, creating more adaptable, intelligent systems that continuously improve from their foundational AI capabilities. Instead of developers manually adding AI features, AI is built-in, enabling agents to interpret high-level specs, generate code, and manage tasks with minimal human intervention, making software more resilient, customizable, and inherently intelligent.