Latent Space: The AI Engineer Podcast

Why StackOverflow usage is down 50% — with David Hsu of Retool

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Feb 1, 2024
David Hsu, CEO and co-founder of Retool, dives into the intriguing intersection of philosophy and computer science. He shares insights on the decline of StackOverflow usage and how startups can thrive with authenticity over flash. The discussion includes the skepticism surrounding AI's impact on job functions, the challenges of integrating AI in businesses, and the evolution of AI models. Hsu emphasizes a developer-first approach while making fascinating analogies between ant colonies and AI evolution, shedding light on the quest for artificial general intelligence.
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ANECDOTE

Delayed Demo Day

  • David Hsu and his team chose not to present Retool at YC Demo Day initially.
  • They felt embarrassed about their lack of traction and wanted to build a substantial product first.
ADVICE

Prioritize Customer Value

  • Focus on building a product you're proud of before seeking external validation.
  • Social validation and fundraising are less important than creating real customer value.
ADVICE

Stay Lean, Focus on Product-Market Fit

  • Focus on creating customer value before scaling your team or raising excessive capital.
  • Early-stage startups should avoid premature hiring and prioritize finding product-market fit.
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