Andrew Ho, co-founder and CPO at Last Mile AI, joins Mang-Git to discuss his journey from Microsoft, Airbnb, & Facebook to founding Last Mile AI, the world of product management, especially in AI, and the intricacies of build versus buy. Andrew shares insights on AI labeling, the evolution of technology, and the potential of AI tools to boost productivity for builders. The episode also explores practical examples like the hybrid approach at Airbnb and concludes with a discussion on future trends. 

00:00 Intro

01:39 Andrew's Journey into Product Management 

03:47 The Last Mile AI Problem 

05:54 Challenges in Productionizing ML 

09:48 Build vs Buy: A Deep Dive 

15:19 Case Study: Build vs Buy at Airbnb 

25:58 Challenges of Building and Maintaining PDF Tools 

27:34 Build vs Buy dilemma 

28:05 The Complexity of Labeling Systems 

31:28 Combining Build and Buy Strategies 

32:16 The Cost of SaaS and Long-Term Considerations 

36:04 Vendor Relationships and Custom Solutions 

42:45 Encouraging the Next Generation of Builders 

46:09 Product Recommendations and Personal Experiences 

49:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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