

Lu Wilson: How to Build an AI-Native Whiteboard for Everyone
9 snips May 26, 2025
Lu Wilson, an engineer at tldraw, dives into the evolution of innovative whiteboard technology. They discuss the groundbreaking tldraw platform and its AI-driven features, such as real-time image generation. Lu shares insights from projects like Make Real, highlighting the democratization of AI tools for creative workflows. The conversation also covers the importance of fostering a culture of experimentation in tech teams and the collaborative potential of AI, making complex technology accessible to everyone.
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Make Real Creation Story
- Lou Wilson shared how TLDraw built Make Real, an AI tool that turns whiteboard sketches of UIs into actual functional websites.
- The team iterated by letting users sketch, point with arrows, and command the AI to "make real" for dynamic collaborations.
Seeing AI Workflows Visually
- TLDraw Computer lets users draw workflows on a canvas and run them as functional programs.
- It visualizes multi-step AI tasks, making prompt steps visible and editable, empowering users.
Creativity with TLDraw Computer
- Users built diverse AI workflows with TLDraw Computer, including writing aids and collaborative storytelling with kids.
- The tool proved valuable beyond experiments, enabling creativity and multi-step AI interactions.