Transforming Dreams into Reality: Juan Carlos on Documentary Filmmaking, AI, and Building an iPhone App with ChatGPT
In this episode, Juan Carlos shares his extraordinary journey from being a documentary filmmaker to becoming a product leader and app developer. He discusses his transition from film school at NYU to directing notable documentaries like 'Second Skin,' which explored the lives of individuals deeply integrated into online video games. Juan Carlos dives into his experience using ChatGPT as a developmental tutor to create an iPhone app from scratch, despite having no prior programming experience. He provides insights into project selection, overcoming technical challenges, and utilizing ChatGPT for productivity and self-development. Key takeaways include the importance of minimal viable products, leveraging AI for task automation, and innovative methods like using AI to analyze personal cognitive biases.
00:00 Introduction to Vanity and AI01:02 Exploring Virtual Worlds01:47 Transition to Digital and Photography03:07 Project Selection and Mindset08:30 Building an iPhone App with ChatGPT10:38 Overcoming Technical Hurdles32:39 Exploring Different Data Formats32:43 Building a Basic iOS App35:50 Defining the MVP37:08 Navigating the App Store37:55 Future Projects and Chatbots41:48 Conclusion and Reflections
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Show edited by Emma Cecilie Jensen.