Documentary filmmaker turned product leader and app developer, Juan Carlos, shares his journey of using ChatGPT as a developmental tutor to create an iPhone app from scratch. He discusses project selection, overcoming technical challenges, leveraging AI for task automation, analyzing personal cognitive biases, and future projects like creating a mental models app and using chatbots for decision-making.
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ChatGPT as Productivity Accelerant
Productivity power makes ChatGPT invaluable as a Swiss army knife for many tasks.
The tool accelerates work dramatically, reducing time required for complex tasks.
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Frame Your Prompts Well
Provide detailed framing and structure in prompts to get better responses from ChatGPT.
Avoid asking vague questions expecting full responses immediately; frame problems clearly like delegating tasks.
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From Zero to iOS Developer
Juan Carlos went from zero programming experience to building an iPhone app using ChatGPT as his guide.
He treated ChatGPT as a smart collaborator who led him step-by-step through the process.
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In this episode, Juan Carlos shares his extraordinary journey from being a documentary filmmaker to becoming a product leader and app developer. He discusses his transition from film school at NYU to directing notable documentaries like 'Second Skin,' which explored the lives of individuals deeply integrated into online video games. Juan Carlos dives into his experience using ChatGPT as a developmental tutor to create an iPhone app from scratch, despite having no prior programming experience. He provides insights into project selection, overcoming technical challenges, and utilizing ChatGPT for productivity and self-development. Key takeaways include the importance of minimal viable products, leveraging AI for task automation, and innovative methods like using AI to analyze personal cognitive biases.
00:00 Introduction to Vanity and AI 01:02 Exploring Virtual Worlds 01:47 Transition to Digital and Photography 03:07 Project Selection and Mindset 08:30 Building an iPhone App with ChatGPT 10:38 Overcoming Technical Hurdles 32:39 Exploring Different Data Formats 32:43 Building a Basic iOS App 35:50 Defining the MVP 37:08 Navigating the App Store 37:55 Future Projects and Chatbots 41:48 Conclusion and Reflections