In this episode of BuilderTalks, ⁠⁠Aaryaman Maheshwari⁠⁠ interviews ⁠⁠Hinson Chan⁠⁠, a talented young builder and computer science student at Stanford. Hinson shares his journey into programming, emphasizing the importance of collaboration, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary learning. He discusses the challenges of university applications, the realities of life in Silicon Valley, and the value of building genuine connections. Hinson encourages young programmers to focus on problem-solving and to explore various interests, highlighting that success in tech is not solely about financial gain but about making a positive impact in the world. In this engaging conversation, Hinson Chan and Aaryaman Maheshwari explore the multifaceted world of startups, programming, and personal growth. They discuss the allure of Silicon Valley, the importance of confidence and self-worth in the tech industry, and the value of networking and collaboration. Hinson shares his journey of self-discovery, the challenges of being a programmer, and the significance of building a trustworthy team. They also delve into the role of AI in development, the need for continuous learning, and the importance of interpersonal skills.

P.S. Check out Hinson's ⁠⁠documentary⁠⁠!

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Charles Vien is a builder through and through. He started his career as an entrepreneur in his early teens with two friends spread across North America, connected by Skype. Now, he's working with the same friends to build a company, Branch, which started as a remote office app but is now the next generation of social gaming in Web3. Branch successfully raised $15.5M from Web3's biggest investors including Naval Ravikant, Coinbase Ventures, TCG Crypto, Three Arrows Capital, and others.

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Jack LaFond made a name for himself as a community builder and developer working with some of the biggest names in Web3 such as Creatures World and OpenSea. Now he's working on bridging the gap between Web3 and eCommerce at Basic.Space, while studying Cyber Security at the University of Tampa.

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