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Jared Friedman

11/18/22

@ Y Combinator

Instead of looking for a problem to solve with a technology like AI, you should fall in love with a real problem that people care about.

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How to Get and Evaluate Startup Ideas | Startup School

@ Y Combinator

How to Get and Evaluate Startup Ideas | Startup School

11/18/22

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To build a successful AI startup, founders must engage deeply with real-world problems and understand the needs of their target market.

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To identify what matters in technology, look for interesting problems at the leading edge of innovation.

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My advice for building AI agents is to start with something you love and find fun, as this will foster a deeper understanding and relationship with the model.

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The current landscape is not just about superficial AI applications; it's about genuinely solving customer problems in innovative ways.

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To identify real problems worth solving, focus on your interests and work on things that genuinely engage you, even if they seem trivial to others.

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The best problems to solve are the ones that affect you personally, as you have a deep understanding and passion for finding a solution.

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To navigate the unsettling rise of AI, we must focus on what truly matters: human connection, presence, and the ability to engage in meaningful conversations.

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The AI revolution is driven by individuals following their curiosity and building innovative solutions, even when initial attempts may not succeed.