Johnny Ho, co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer at Perplexity, previously a top competitive programmer and Quora engineer, dives into the evolution of online search. He discusses his shift from engineering to product strategy and how Perplexity revolutionizes search with its AI-driven 'answer engine.' The conversation covers the challenges of AI model development, future plans for the company, and their innovative Publisher Program that empowers content creators. Johnny also highlights the importance of immersive experiences and user-centric strategies in the rapidly changing tech landscape.