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From Viral AI Demos to YC: Robert Lukoszko
Discover how Robert Lukoszko, CEO of Stormy AI, is building the future of AI-powered marketing by automating influencer outreach end-to-end. This interview goes deep into his journey from viral AI demos to Y Combinator, revealing critical insights for AI builders and founders.
You’ll learn:
• The surprising challenges and limitations of building AI applications that deeply integrate with operating systems.
• Why local AI models, despite their appeal, often struggle to compete with cloud-based solutions for real-world business cases.
• Robert’s unique approach to AI-assisted development, leveraging tools like Claude 3.7 for rapid prototyping and efficient coding.
• How Stormy AI uses advanced AI to find niche influencers, analyze engagement, and automate outreach, transforming traditional marketing.
• The strategic importance of distribution and market fit over pure technological innovation for venture-scale AI companies.
Robert Lukoszko, previously co-founder of Fixkey AI (acquired) and an alumnus of Y Combinator (S24 with Stormy AI, W22 with ngrow.ai), shares his extensive experience in applying AI to new modalities and building high-growth startups.
This episode of AI Tinkerers One-Shot offers a practical look at the technical and entrepreneurial realities of building in the generative AI space.
💡 Resources:
• Stormy AI - https://stormy.ai
• Robert Lukoszko’s LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/robert-lukoszko
• AI Tinkerers - https://aitinkerers.org
• One-Shot Podcast - https://one-shot.aitinkerers.org/
Social Media:
@AITinkerers
@stormy_hq
@Karmedge
👍 Like this video if you found it valuable, and subscribe to AI Tinkerers One-Shot for more conversations with innovators building the future of AI!
00:00 – Introduction & Background
02:38 – Visual AI, Demos & Startup Idea
06:27 – Local vs. Cloud Models
10:07 – Desktop AI App & Context Importance
14:11 – Building the App & OS Integration
23:13 – Ambient AI & Contextual Vision
32:17 – Stormy AI Pivot & Demo
38:35 – AI Mindset & Content Creation
43:57 – AI Model Comparison & Cost
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By Joe HeitzebergDiscover how Robert Lukoszko, CEO of Stormy AI, is building the future of AI-powered marketing by automating influencer outreach end-to-end. This interview goes deep into his journey from viral AI demos to Y Combinator, revealing critical insights for AI builders and founders.
You’ll learn:
• The surprising challenges and limitations of building AI applications that deeply integrate with operating systems.
• Why local AI models, despite their appeal, often struggle to compete with cloud-based solutions for real-world business cases.
• Robert’s unique approach to AI-assisted development, leveraging tools like Claude 3.7 for rapid prototyping and efficient coding.
• How Stormy AI uses advanced AI to find niche influencers, analyze engagement, and automate outreach, transforming traditional marketing.
• The strategic importance of distribution and market fit over pure technological innovation for venture-scale AI companies.
Robert Lukoszko, previously co-founder of Fixkey AI (acquired) and an alumnus of Y Combinator (S24 with Stormy AI, W22 with ngrow.ai), shares his extensive experience in applying AI to new modalities and building high-growth startups.
This episode of AI Tinkerers One-Shot offers a practical look at the technical and entrepreneurial realities of building in the generative AI space.
💡 Resources:
• Stormy AI - https://stormy.ai
• Robert Lukoszko’s LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/robert-lukoszko
• AI Tinkerers - https://aitinkerers.org
• One-Shot Podcast - https://one-shot.aitinkerers.org/
Social Media:
@AITinkerers
@stormy_hq
@Karmedge
👍 Like this video if you found it valuable, and subscribe to AI Tinkerers One-Shot for more conversations with innovators building the future of AI!
00:00 – Introduction & Background
02:38 – Visual AI, Demos & Startup Idea
06:27 – Local vs. Cloud Models
10:07 – Desktop AI App & Context Importance
14:11 – Building the App & OS Integration
23:13 – Ambient AI & Contextual Vision
32:17 – Stormy AI Pivot & Demo
38:35 – AI Mindset & Content Creation
43:57 – AI Model Comparison & Cost