Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin

Adam D’Angelo

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Apr 30, 2025
Adam D’Angelo, co-founder and CEO of Quora, dives into the evolution of knowledge-sharing and AI. He discusses Quora's innovative approach to personalized answers, contrasting it with traditional search engines. Reflecting on his experience at Facebook, D’Angelo shares insights on the challenges of creating a personalized knowledge network. He also explores the future of AI, addressing its societal implications and the balance between speed and quality in tech development. Get ready for a thought-provoking journey through tech innovation and personal growth!
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ANECDOTE

Early Music Recommender Project

  • Adam D'Angelo built a music player in high school that recommended songs based on user listening habits.
  • He and his friend envisioned collaborative filtering to recommend music across users long before streaming services existed.
ANECDOTE

Self-Taught Programmer Origin

  • Adam started programming by making games for himself using QBasic in middle school.
  • His father brought home a Packard Bell 486 PC in fourth grade, sparking his deep interest in programming.
INSIGHT

Real Identity Builds Trust

  • Facebook enforced real identities to maintain authenticity and trust among users.
  • This was a major shift from the anonymous internet culture prevalent at the time.
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