

Now is the Time to Build | Weaviate’s Bob van Luijt
Jan 8, 2025
Join Bob van Luijt, CEO and co-founder of Weaviate, an AI-native database innovator, as he dives into the future of AI infrastructure. He passionately asserts that now is the time to build and adapt to evolving tech. Bob discusses the importance of generative feedback loops and agent architectures, which could revolutionize data management. They also tackle the challenges of documentation and developer experience as key factors for successful AI implementation. Prepare for insights that inspire action and innovation in the AI landscape!
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Adapting to Change
- Understanding developer needs and workflows is crucial for adapting to AI's rapid evolution.
- Focus on how developers interact with the technology and what language they use.
Candy Manufacturer's Data Woes
- Bob van Luijt recounts a story about a candy manufacturer struggling with master data management.
- Manual data cleaning was too slow, highlighting the need for automated solutions.
Productionization Challenges
- Scaling AI applications to production reveals hidden infrastructure challenges, such as memory usage.
- Weaviate addressed this by introducing storage tiers and optimizing filtering.