In this conversation, Ben discusses the intersection of low/no code tools and AI. He shares his experience in the low/no code space and how it relates to the current trends in large language models (LLMs) and AI. Ben highlights the democratization of software development and the ability for non-technical founders to build functional products using low/no code tools. He also explores the suitability of different industries for low/no code tools and the potential for AI integration. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the creation of MakerPad using low/no code tools and the benefits it offers to individuals without coding experience. Ben Tossell discusses his journey of building Makerpad, a tutorial platform for no-code tools, and its acquisition by Zapier. He shares his transition to a lifestyle business and the launch of Ben's Bites, an AI-focused newsletter. Ben also talks about his investments in AI startups and the challenges startups face when competing with large organizations. He highlights exciting companies in the AI space.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:41 Background on Ben's Bites
03:26 The Intersection of Low/No Code and AI
04:06 Commonalities between Low/No Code and AI
05:39 Suitable Industries for Low/No Code Tools
06:51 Transition from Low/No Code to AI
09:17 Specific Use Cases for Low/No Code Tools
11:44 The Role of Low/No Code in MVP Development
12:21 The Viability of End-to-End Software Automation
15:27 Creating MakerPad with Low/No Code Tools
18:20 Transitioning to a Lifestyle Business
19:39 Acquisition by Zapier
22:09 Starting Ben's Bites and Expanding into AI
25:15 Investing in AI Startups
31:45 Challenges for Startups Competing with Large Organizations
39:31 Exciting Companies in the AI Space