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Mark Zuckerberg

08/17/16

@ Y Combinator

I was fascinated by how people work and communicate, which led me to study psychology and computer science.

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Mark Zuckerberg : How to Build the Future

@ Y Combinator

Mark Zuckerberg : How to Build the Future

08/17/16

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Will Bryk

05/10/25

@ EO

My interest in computer science was influenced by the realization that AI could solve complex problems, leading me to shift from studying physics to focusing on AI and technology.

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Lauren McCarthy

09/04/17

@ Y Combinator

I studied computer science and art at MIT, where I felt I didn't learn social skills, leading to my interest in creating tools to help with social interactions.

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Anima Anandkumar

05/04/25

@ EO

Growing up, I was fascinated by solving math problems and understanding how machines work, which laid the groundwork for my interest in AI and its practical applications.

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Jessica Livingston

06/27/24

@ Lenny's Podcast

I was fascinated by founder psychology and the dynamics of their relationships, which influenced my evaluations during interviews.

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Reshma Shetty

06/01/16

@ Y Combinator

I grew up in Utah, studied computer science at the University of Utah, and worked in a biology lab, which allowed me to merge my interests in engineering and biology.

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Bill Gates

02/03/25

@ Jay Shetty Podcast

I learned to concentrate deeply, which helped me excel in reading and eventually in software development.

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Avni Patel Thompson

03/03/18

@ Y Combinator

When I started my career, I took opportunities that were in front of me, which led me to discover my passion for consumer psychology.

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Andrew Huberman

07/20/20

@ Rich Roll

Seeing how scientists interact and understanding that they are just people gave me an advantage in my career.

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Demis Hassabis

05/22/25

@ The Thinking Game Film

I have always been fascinated by intelligence and the potential of AI to help us understand the universe and answer fundamental questions about reality.