Tool Use - AI Conversations Why the Best AI Builders Ship Before They're Ready (ft Adam Cohen Hillel)
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Mar 4, 2025 In this discussion, Adam Cohen Hillel, an AI builder and hardware hacker, shares insights on the importance of launching projects before they're perfect. He emphasizes how early shipping fosters learning through public feedback. Adam highlights the challenges of transitioning from software to hardware, the value of community engagement in innovation, and the dynamic culture of hacker houses. He also addresses the limitations of current AI tools and offers practical advice for aspiring tech creators on networking and building connections.
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Ship Early for Feedback
- Ship your projects early, even if they're not perfect, to get user feedback.
- Closing the feedback loop is motivating and helps you improve your project iteratively.
Levels' Flight Simulator
- Pieter Levels publicly demoed his flight simulator, even when it was initially flawed.
- He iteratively improved it based on feedback, demonstrating the value of shipping early.
Handle Criticism Constructively
- Ignore negativity and focus on understanding criticism to improve your projects.
- Levels' approach demonstrates how to handle criticism constructively and iterate quickly.