The web allowed me to throw a couple of files into a folder, boot up my web server, and share a hyperlink with anyone in the world, which got me hooked on coding.

We need to rethink how we deliver compelling experiences on the web, especially as AI becomes a significant factor in web development.

We built Linear with a local-first architecture, allowing for a faster user experience by syncing data directly to the client, avoiding the delays of traditional web apps.

During the web era from 2000 to 2009, the browser served as a neutral platform, allowing app developers to thrive without needing to install desktop software.

In the late 90s, there was unlimited demand for anyone who could create HTML, allowing us to charge high consulting rates and bootstrap our business.

The tools available for startups are improving, allowing for the creation of highly personalized experiences through AI, which contrasts with the more uniform experiences of the web era.

The web is evolving into a series of databases, and businesses must adapt to how agents interact with their services.

The magic happened when we aligned the needs of those wanting simplified deployment with those wanting simplified React and web application building. I struggled in the beginning to deliver the vision incrementally and meet the market where it was, which at the time was very static.

Our architectural choices, such as multi-query attention, enabled us to control speed and latency more precisely without hurting user engagement.