Machine Minds Episode 31 | Building for Near Instantaneous Deliveries | Canon Reeves
In this episode of Machine Minds, we dive into the fascinating world of autonomous systems with our guest, Canon Reeves, the CTO and co-founder of Pipedream, is at the forefront of delivery systems with an autonomous underground rail network that’s working on near-instantaneous delivery to and from homes and businesses.
Join us as we explore Canon's journey, from his early obsession with robots to his bold decision to drop out of college after being exposed to the start ups world. We'll delve into how his exposure to the funding landscape ignited his entrepreneurial spirit, leading him to build his first company.
Whether you're a tech enthusiast, an aspiring entrepreneur, or simply curious about the next big thing in delivery technology, this episode is packed with inspiration and innovation. Tune in to discover how Canon Reeves is pushing the boundaries of what's possible with Pipedream and changing the way we think about delivery
00:00 Machine Minds Show Introduction
01:17 Canon’s journey before Pipedream
02:54 The world of robotics
04:57 Creating Pipedream
06:22 Tech companies and challenges
09:28 Moving from the idea phase to development
12:28 Key lessons learned in the tech industry
13:43 Sales that drive product development
19:36 Recruiting people
22:46 Growth plans
24:15 Early days experiences
25:30 The future of robotics and AI
30:25 How Pipedream plans to evolve in the coming years
37:40 Advice for entrepreneurs
39:33 Importance of having a Co-Founder
More about Pipedream
pipedreamlabs.co
More about our guest, Canon Reeves
linkedin.com/in/canonreeves
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