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• Dan Hou, Eskridge — Driving High-Impact Solutions With AI-Native Workflows

  Dan Hou, Founder and Partner at Eskridge, joins us to discuss how companies can effectively integrate AI into their operations and digital products. With a career spanning Microsoft, Motorola, Huge and Amazon, Dan has spent years identifying paradigm shifts in technology. Now, at Eskridge, he helps mid-market businesses deploy AI strategies that drive real impact.Key Takeaways:(07:08) AI in businesses falls into two categories: internal efficiency and product innovation.(08:51) High-impact AI use cases are those that meaningfully affect cost, revenue or productivity.(12:48) AI use cases vary — what works for one company may not fit another.(17:01) It’s better to start with AI now than to over-optimize later.(20:08) AI-native workflows drive more impact than simply adding AI to existing processes.(24:39) A chat interface often leads to poor UX due to unclear user expectations.(29:49) AI-powered search is reshaping how users find and interact with information.(35:27) AI model selection is becoming more specialized, with different models excelling at different tasks.(38:02) AI governance and legal concerns remain key barriers to enterprise adoption.(42:23) AI isn’t going away — businesses must get comfortable with it.Resources Mentioned:Dan Hou -https://www.linkedin.com/in/danhou/Eskridge | LinkedIn -https://www.linkedin.com/company/eskridge-ai/Eskridge | Website -https://eskridge.coAI For Everyone -https://www.deeplearning.ai/courses/ai-for-everyone/Very Good Ventures designs and builds world-class digital experiences for any screen, with the best tools and engineering approaches for consistent, scalable results. Find out how VGV helps you hit the mark at: https://verygood.ventures/. #Apps #Flutter #AppDevelopment

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• Thiago Ghisi, Nubank — Scaling Mobile Platforms To Serve 100 Million Customers

  On today’s episode, we’re joined by Thiago Ghisi, Director of Engineering at Nubank. With nearly two decades of experience in the software industry, Thiago has held roles such as Senior Software Engineering Manager at Apple, Engineering Director, Mobile Engineering at American Express and Senior Quality Assurance Consultant at Thoughtworks.Thiago shares his evolution from hands-on engineering to leadership, insights into building Canonical platforms and the transformative journey of adopting server-driven UI at Nubank.Key Takeaways:(02:39) The importance of being a “glue person” in engineering teams.(07:59) Lessons learned from effective delegation and giving actionable feedback.(14:42) Nubank’s innovative adoption of Flutter to streamline mobile development.(17:20) Gradual migration without overhauling the entire system immediately.(20:46) Why server-driven UI took years to perfect and how it revolutionized Nubank’s processes.(28:19) Server-driven UI enables continuous delivery for faster iteration cycles.(35:07) End-to-end product ownership means solving problems, not forcing solutions.(39:10) Company culture plays a critical role in driving success.(43:49) Governance is critical for managing server-driven UI effectively.(48:13) Avoiding attachment to technologies enables innovation and adaptability. Resources Mentioned:Thiago Ghisi -https://www.linkedin.com/in/thiagoghisi/Nubank | LinkedIn -https://www.linkedin.com/company/nubank/Nubank | Website -https://www.nubank.com.br/Apple -https://www.linkedin.com/company/apple/American Express -https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-express/Thoughtworks -https://www.linkedin.com/company/thoughtworks/Very Good Ventures designs and builds world-class digital experiences for any screen, with the best tools and engineering approaches for consistent, scalable results. Find out how VGV helps you hit the mark at: https://verygood.ventures/ #Apps #Flutter #AppDevelopment

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• Jorge Coca, Very Good Ventures — Simple Solutions for Solving Complex Problems at Scale

  On this episode, we’re joined by Jorge Coca, Head of Engineering at Very Good Ventures, whose career spans over a decade of innovative contributions to the Flutter ecosystem and mobile engineering. Jorge’s journey includes pivotal roles at BMW, where he spearheaded Android and Flutter development, and SPR, where he led impactful consulting projects.Jorge discusses the evolution of scalable and user-friendly engineering practices, the importance of aligning technology with business goals and fostering innovation within engineering teams. He also shares insights into balancing complexity with simplicity in solutions, the role of Flutter in transforming mobile app development, and the emerging frontier of augmented reality and wearable technologies.Key Takeaways:(01:12) The parallels between cooking, music and coding.(02:21) Jorge’s journey from Spain to the US through the Erasmus program.(04:31) User experience clicked, inspiring interest in website development.(08:19) First Android hire at BMW, tasked with rapid delivery.(13:06) BMW apps serve multiple brands and regional variations globally.(17:34) Past engineering mistakes taught lessons on balancing complexity.(25:14) Data-driven decisions led to adopting Flutter across engineering.(28:06) Engineering leaders must foster cultures where failure drives learning.(31:34) Scalable solutions require critical, focused ideas with broad impact.(34:21) Avoid over-engineering by focusing on practical, impactful changes.(36:43) Success means delivering value without compromising business stability.(42:26) Wearables may introduce new platforms complementing tools like Flutter.Resources Mentioned:Jorge Coca -https://www.linkedin.com/in/jorgecocaramos/Very Good Ventures | LinkedIn -https://www.linkedin.com/company/very-good-venturesVery Good Ventures | Website -https://verygood.ventures/BMW Group -https://www.bmwgroup.com/Flutter by Google -https://flutter.dev/Firebase -https://firebase.google.com/Very Good Ventures designs and builds world-class digital experiences for any screen, with the best tools and engineering approaches for consistent, scalable results. Find out how VGV helps you hit the mark at: https://verygood.ventures/ #Apps #Flutter #AppDevelopment

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• Chris Synan, Keller Williams Realty, Inc. — Transforming Real Estate Through Cutting-Edge Tech

  On today’s episode, we’re joined by Chris Synan, Vice President of Engineering at Keller Williams Realty, Inc. Chris has been with Keller Williams since just before the COVID lockdown and has played a critical role in driving the company’s technology transformation. With experience managing large teams and overhauling systems at companies such as Dell, AMD, CA Technologies, and General Motors, Chris has valuable insights on large-scale innovation, team culture transformation and technological development.Key Takeaways:(04:42) Investing in technology to drive business forward.(06:37) The importance of simplifying tech processes.(10:55) Transitioning to React Native for scalability.(12:33) Building a culture of trust in the team.(15:48) The importance of strong leadership during difficult times.(17:50) Expert knowledge is critical to building great tech.(23:33) Starting fresh with expert guidance boosts efficiency.(31:10) Scaling the tech stack to support rapid growth.Resources Mentioned:Chris Synan -https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrissynan/Keller Williams Realty, Inc.| LinkedIn -https://www.linkedin.com/company/keller-williams-realty-inc/Keller Williams Realty | Website -https://kw.com/React Native -https://reactnative.dev/Very Good Ventures designs and builds world-class digital experiences for any screen, with the best tools and engineering approaches for consistent, scalable results. Find out how VGV helps you hit the mark at: https://verygood.ventures/. #Apps #Flutter #AppDevelopment

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• David Chen - Building Autonomous Systems for Real-World Challenges

  On today’s episode, we’re joined by David Chen, whose previous roles include Chief Technology Officer of Skycatch and Senior Software Engineer at Twitter. He is currently Head of Software Services at Agtonomy, where he focuses on building autonomous farming solutions to address labor shortages in agriculture. David shares his journey from drone-based mining technology to robotics in agriculture, offering insights into designing impactful technology.Key Takeaways:(01:14) Autonomous rides set a new standard for reliability.(02:59) From Twitter to drones: a journey into autonomy.(04:11) Mapping mines is safer and faster with drone technology.(07:30) On-site immersion ensures products meet real-world demands.(11:50) Human-centered design is critical for robotics success.(14:12) Focused investments in core tech drive impactful results.(17:04) Strategic tech choices enhance user experiences in the field.(19:10) Cross-platform development simplifies maintenance for small teams.(20:32) Multi-platform design reduces the need for specialized engineers.(22:49) Strategic investments in tech drive flexibility and scalability.(25:38) First impressions in UX determine an app’s success.(27:55) Critical industries demand smarter, safer processes for sustainability.(31:04) Passion drives innovation and improves decision-making.Resources Mentioned:David Chen -https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-chen/Agtonomy | LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/agtonomy/Agtonomy | Website - https://www.agtonomy.com/Skycatch | LinkedIn -https://www.linkedin.com/company/skycatch/Skycatch | Website -https://www.skycatch.com/Waymo -https://waymo.com/Very Good Ventures designs and builds world-class digital experiences for any screen, with the best tools and engineering approaches for consistent, scalable results. Find out how VGV helps you hit the mark at: https://verygood.ventures/#Apps #Flutter #AppDevelopment

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