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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

In the early stages of building products, it's crucial to iterate not just on the product itself but also on understanding the market, as both aspects are equally important.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

Writing prompts for AI is becoming outdated; in the future, users will likely communicate with AI through more intuitive means, such as images or voice, rather than lengthy text prompts.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

Google Labs is focused on building new AI products that people love, whether they are consumer, B2B, or developer products, emphasizing a culture of rapid development and experimentation.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

At Google Labs, we pride ourselves on moving quickly, aiming to go from idea to user in 50 to 100 days, which is essential in the fast-evolving AI landscape.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

We celebrate small milestones, like achieving 10,000 weekly active users, as significant achievements in our early-stage projects, contrasting with larger Google teams that may overlook such numbers.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

We're actively looking for creative individuals who may not fit the traditional talent mold, focusing on those who show potential through their work and passion rather than just their resumes.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

The future of video generation is shifting towards creating high-quality, physics-based content, with significant advancements in the ability to generate realistic scenes and character consistency.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

As AI models improve, the cost of video generation is expected to decrease significantly, allowing for more accessible and efficient production of high-quality content.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

We're exploring innovative business models for video generation, including pay-per-output systems that cater to individual creatives, which could revolutionize how video projects are funded and produced.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

The pace of AI progress is accelerating rapidly, moving on a scale of quarters rather than years.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

Despite expectations of a slowdown, AI advancements have continued to accelerate over the past three years.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

There are numerous adjacent possibilities in AI development, akin to walking into a room with many doors to explore.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

The future of entertainment will be more steerable, allowing consumers to interact and influence content dynamically.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

Personalization in content consumption will become more extreme, tailoring experiences based on individual preferences.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

AI-generated content will increasingly be created on the fly, allowing for real-time customization and remixing.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

The future of entertainment will involve curators who work with AI models to create and customize content.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

User interfaces may evolve to include features like a 'join' button, enabling more interactive experiences with AI.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

Movies and games are likely to blur together, creating new forms of interactive storytelling and content creation.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

Google's Mariner project aims to explore how AI can control computers and enhance human-computer interaction.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

AI models are not just about knowledge and synthesis; they can perform tasks like scrolling and clicking in browsers.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

High toil activities in enterprise settings are prime candidates for automation through AI, improving efficiency.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

Finding the right market fit is as crucial as developing the right product, especially in early-stage AI projects.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

The Gemini model is being leveraged to enhance AI capabilities in projects like Mariner, focusing on long context and memory.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

The convergence of research labs on computer use is likely due to simultaneous technological advancements across the field.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

The importance of co-creating AI tools with industry professionals leads to more effective and integrated solutions.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

We aim to create sustainable businesses from our AI projects, focusing on finding product-market fit and scalability.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

The future of knowledge will be infinitely remixable, allowing for transformation and adaptation of information.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

We're at a pivotal moment for video and agent-based AI, with significant advancements expected this year.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

25% of all code at Google is now written by AI, showcasing the rapid progress in coding capabilities.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

We're exploring how to make coding accessible to those who have never coded before, which presents a massive opportunity.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

We need to move beyond the chatbot interface in AI, as it feels overused and lacks innovation.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

The real transformative AI applications will emerge in the coming years, similar to how the App Store evolved post-iPhone launch.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

The concept of long context in AI is crucial, as it allows for deeper understanding and communication, similar to personal relationships.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

I believe taste and design will become increasingly valuable in the application layer of AI, as good design can differentiate products.

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Josh Woodward

03/18/25

@ Sequoia Capital

It's essential to consider the values embedded in AI tools, focusing on amplifying human creativity rather than replacing it.

Josh Woodward: Google Labs is Rapidly Building AI Products from 0-to-1

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