a16z's Anish Acharya and Kevin Rose discuss how AI is fueling a renaissance in consumer technology. They explore the rise of emotional interfaces and AI companions, the importance of backing 'weird and working' founders, and how the modern AI development stack empowers solo creators to build, prototype, and launch products with unprecedented speed and craftsmanship.
Astro Teller, Ivy Ross, and Isabelle Olsson recount the journey of creating Google Glass. They delve into the human-centered design philosophy, the innovative 'Explorer Program' as a public learning platform, the unexpected social and technical challenges, and the crucial lessons learned about timing and innovation in launching moonshot technologies.
Sam Altman and Jony Ive discuss their collaboration on new AI hardware, exploring a design philosophy rooted in care, craft, and improving human well-being. They delve into the creative process, the challenges of building amidst rapid technological change, and their vision for AI-powered tools that are intuitive, joyful, and foster genuine connection rather than anxiety.
Anthropic’s Meaghan Choi and Alex Albert explore the design philosophy behind Claude Code, discussing its terminal-first approach, the evolution of developer workflows in the age of LLMs, and how agentic coding empowers both engineers and designers.