The CTO Show with Mehmet Gonullu #197 From Coding to AI: Ankur Shukla's Journey in Tech Entrepreneurship
Ever wondered how tech entrepreneurs come up with innovative ideas and validate them? Well, join us in an exciting conversation with our guest Ankur Shukla, a passionate tech entrepreneur, who shares his unique journey from basic programming language to advanced AI development. He spills the beans on how he draws inspiration for projects, the process of validation, and the pivotal role of customer feedback. We also explore his distinctive approach to entrepreneurship, which involves focusing on a single idea, testing it in the market, and confirming its viability through customer willingness to pay.
The second half of our chat takes us deeper into the world of AI and its impact on product development. We also discuss the rising trend of no-code tools and how non-technical folks are harnessing this to bring their ideas to life. Ankur gives his insights on WordPress, a platform that powers a significant portion of the internet, and why he believes the user experience is a key determinant of a product's success. As we conclude, we dive into Ankur's top tips for aspiring entrepreneurs - from ensuring adequate runway for their startup, hitting the market quickly, and the hidden value of networking. Plus, you won't want to miss Ankur's predictions on the game-changing technologies that will shake the tech world in the coming years. You're in for a riveting and insightful chat, so tune in!
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