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Antoine Buteau

Antoine Buteau

Lessons from Alexandr Wang

On Vision and Strategy 1. On the three pillars of AI progress: "If you take a big step back, AI progress fundamentally relies on three pillars: data, compute and algorithms." [1] * Source: TIME Magazine * Link: https://time.com/7296215/alexandr-wang-interview/ 2. On the importance of data: "It

Lessons from Mitchell Hashimoto

Mitchell Hashimoto is the co-founder of HashiCorp, known for creating tools like Vagrant, Terraform, and Vault. On Building and Managing Large Technical Projects 1. On Maintaining Momentum: "I've learned that when I break down my large tasks in chunks that result in seeing tangible forward progress, I

Lessons from Paul Graham

On Startups and Ideas 1. On the essence of a startup: "A startup is a company designed to grow fast. Being newly founded does not in itself make a company a startup. Nor is it necessary for a startup to have venture funding or to be in technology."

Lessons from Patrick Collison

Patrick Collison, the Irish entrepreneur who co-founded the digital payments giant Stripe with his brother John, is as well-known for his insightful perspectives on technology, business, and learning as he is for his company's success. An avid reader and deep thinker, Collison has shared a wealth of knowledge

Lessons from Jeff Weinstein

Jeff Weinstein, a prominent product lead at Stripe, is recognized for his profound insights on product development, customer-centric strategies, and fostering a culture of excellence. Through various interviews and public discussions, he has shared a wealth of knowledge for product managers, entrepreneurs, and anyone passionate about building meaningful products. On

Lessons from David Goggins

David Goggins, a retired Navy SEAL and world-renowned ultramarathon runner, has carved a legacy out of sheer, unadulterated grit. His journey from a life of hardship and obesity to becoming one of the toughest men on the planet has inspired millions. His philosophy, a blend of brutal honesty and relentless

Lessons from Ashkan Karbasfrooshan

On Entrepreneurship & Success 1. On Overnight Success: "There's no such thing as an overnight success... The worst thing is to have a hit early on because then you think it's easy, you get lazy, but it is a very long-term commitment." [1] * Source:

Lessons from Simon Taylor

As a prominent figure in the fintech industry, Simon Taylor, co-founder of 11:FS and author of the widely-read "Fintech Brainfood" newsletter, has shared a wealth of knowledge over the years. His insights, drawn from a career that includes leading blockchain research at Barclays and his current role
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