Differentiating Weaviate from competitors like Milvus, Pinecone, and Quadrant

This episode features Raja Iqbal, Founder and CEO of Data Science Dojo, engaging in a candid conversation with Bob van Luijt, Co-founder and CEO of Weaviate. Bob shares his journey, from early childhood and a fascination for tech to launching his own entrepreneurial venture at a very young age. They also discuss the importance of standing out and continuously evolving and adapting in a highly competitive landscape, and the potential of vector embeddings.

But it's not all sunshine and robots. Bob and Raja also discuss the triumphs and tribulations of leading their own start-ups, fostering a culture that fuels sustainable growth, and the key decisions that can make or break a young company. They also explore how to impress investors and build their trust so that funding isn't a constant worry.

Packed with practical advice and valuable insights, this video is a must-watch for aspiring as well as seasoned AI entrepreneurs aiming to make their mark on the industry.

About the Guest:

Bob van Luijt is the co-founder and CEO of Weaviate—a real-time vector database that can help you build and scale AI applications. At just 15 years of age, Bob started his own software company. He went on to study music at ArtEZ University of the Arts and Berklee College of Music, and completed the Harvard Business School Program of Management Excellence. Bob is also a TEDx speaker, exploring the fascinating relationship between software and language.