How I Built Makeform AI: The Unexpected Journey to an AI-Powered Form Builder

Let’s face it — the form builder space is crowded. With so many big players already dominating the market, it’s not exactly the kind of project most people dream of tackling. But sometimes, the best ideas come from the most unexpected places.

This is the story of how Makeform AI came to life — a journey filled with serendipity, challenges, and a whole lot of persistence.

It All Started With a Domain Name

Earlier this year, I stumbled across a domain name I couldn’t resist: formai.com. Something about it clicked. I didn’t know what I was going to build at first, but I knew I had to do something with it.

At the time, I had no plans to dive into the form-building space. But the domain sparked an idea: What if you could use AI to create forms, quizzes, and surveys — just by chatting? It sounded like a fresh take on a well-worn industry, and I couldn’t stop thinking about it.

So, I started building.

Hitting a Snag: The Trademark Dilemma

Everything was going smoothly until I hit an unexpected roadblock: the domain violated a trademark.

By that point, I had already poured weeks into the project. Stopping wasn’t an option. I knew I had to pivot — fast.

That’s when I came up with a new name: Makeform AI. It felt just right. A simple, memorable name that reflects exactly what the tool does — making forms with the help of AI.

Shipping the MVP: A Form Builder Like No Other

With the name sorted, I doubled down on building the product. My vision was clear: Makeform AI wouldn’t just be another form builder. It would be smarter, faster, and easier to use than anything else out there.

Here’s how it works:

• You chat with the AI to tell it what you need — whether it’s a survey, quiz, or poll.
• The AI does the heavy lifting, generating the form in seconds.
• You can customize it further, but most of the work is done for you.

It’s form building, reimagined. No clunky interfaces. No endless drag-and-drop. Just a simple, intuitive experience.

Why I’m Sharing This

Building Makeform AI has been a wild ride. From the excitement of finding the perfect domain to the frustration of pivoting, it’s been a journey I never expected to take.

But I’m proud of what’s come out of it. Makeform AI is a tool that solves a real problem: making form creation effortless. Whether you’re a solopreneur, a small startup, or someone who just needs a quick survey, this tool is for you.

Try It for Free — And Let Me Know What You Think

If you’ve ever struggled with clunky, time-consuming form builders, I’d love for you to give Makeform AI a try. It’s free, fast, and powered by AI.

Your feedback means the world to me. Tell me what you think, what you’d improve, or even what features you’d like to see. Together, we can make this the best form builder out there.

Ready to see what Makeform AI can do?
👉 Click here to start chatting with our AI and create your first form today.