In this discussion, Itamar Friedman, CEO of Codo, and Eric Simons, CEO of StackBlitz, dive into the rapidly evolving world of AI-powered software development. They explore the impressive rise of Bolt.new, achieving over $8 million ARR in just two months. The duo highlights the transformation of StackBlitz and the role of AI in streamlining code generation. They also discuss challenges in platform development, the significance of user experience, and the exciting tools being developed to empower non-engineers in web development.

Eric Simons, co-founder and CEO of StackBlitz, shares the journey behind the explosive success of Bolt.new, an AI tool for creating full-stack web applications directly in browsers. He discusses how Bolt empowers non-technical users and fosters a vibrant community around web development. Eric also highlights the evolution of no-code tools and their impact on developers. Amid the tech talk, he provides amusing anecdotes from his unconventional path in Silicon Valley and balances his entrepreneurial life with personal challenges, including training for an Ironman.

Eric Simons, Founder and CEO of StackBlitz, reveals how Bolt's AI-driven platform is revolutionizing software development. He shares insights on lowering barriers for non-technical users and the transformative role of AI in coding. The conversation dives into the democratization of web app deployment, enhancing user experience, and fostering community learning. Simons also discusses balancing immediate business needs with driving future innovations and the powerful infrastructure behind Bolt that supports developers across varying skill levels.

Eric Simons, Co-founder and CEO of StackBlitz, shares his insights on the meteoric rise of Bolt, a full-stack app builder, which skyrocketed to $20 million ARR in just two months. He recounts the seven-year journey, including the initial failure and lessons on capital efficiency. Simons discusses the importance of open-sourcing code and building a community, as well as the viral impact of a single tweet. He also dives into how AI will revolutionize software development, shaping the future of coding for non-developers.

Junyang Lin, Dev Lead at Alibaba's Qwen team, shares insights on the game-changing Qwen Coder 2.5 and its 1M context capabilities. Nathan Lambert, a research scientist at AI2, dives into the newly released SOTA post-trained models and emphasizes the importance of open-source contributions. Eric Simons, CEO of StackBlitz, discusses the groundbreaking capabilities of bolt.new, a tool that simplifies web development using AI. Together, they explore the competitive dynamics in the LLM landscape and the potential of collaboration in advancing AI technology.