Welcome to SameThing.AI
About Me
Hey, I’m Aniruddha (Ani) Kulkarni - a solo founder building the future of AI-powered solutions. I’m documenting my journey from zero to building scalable, self-sustaining, and self-correcting AI architecture products.
Our Mission
SameThing.AI is a collective effort to push boundaries in developing scalable, self-sustaining, and self-correcting AI architecture products. We’re not just building AI tools - we’re creating solutions that solve real problems and make a meaningful impact.
Current Focus: Revolutionizing the Hiring Process
The Problem We’re Solving
The hiring system is fundamentally broken. There’s a clear disconnect between recruiters and applicants:
- Applicants believe judgment isn’t fair and struggle to demonstrate their skills
- Recruiters can’t handle the volume of applications effectively
- The pipeline focuses on recruiting experience rather than taking chances on new talent or better fits
Our Solution: AI-Powered Skill-Based Assessment
We’re building an intelligent hiring platform that:
- Focuses on skills over experience - because great talent often lacks traditional credentials
- Provides fair, AI-driven assessments that evaluate actual capabilities
- Streamlines the recruitment process for both candidates and hiring managers
- Creates a better candidate experience with immediate feedback and transparency
Our Journey So Far
Week 1: Foundation & Discovery
- June 24: Started with no job experience but big dreams - documented the beginning of this journey
- June 25: Built an article intelligence system and established social media presence
- June 26: Focused on metrics and validation strategies
- June 27: Received brutal investor feedback that changed everything - learned that market research comes before building
Week 2: Strategic Pivot & Execution
- June 30: Deep dive into market research, YC application preparation, and the 2:20:200 validation framework
- July 1: Late-night AI-assisted coding sessions, recruiter outreach (60+ emails sent), and company website development
Our Approach: AI-First Development
The AI-Efficiency Philosophy
“I’m using AI efficiently enough that I’ll be able to have a working prototype without too much work”
We challenge traditional startup wisdom by leveraging AI tools to:
- Accelerate development without sacrificing quality
- Enable rapid prototyping for faster validation
- Reduce time investment while maintaining functionality
- Create cost-effective testing environments
Technical Stack & Tools
- Sonnet 4: Excellent for refactoring and project structure
- AI-Assisted Code Generation: Rapid prototyping capabilities
- Modern Web Technologies: React, Node.js, and cloud infrastructure
- Automated Workflows: Streamlined development processes
Current Status & Next Steps
Immediate Priorities
- Complete Survey Development: Market research and validation
- Continue MVP Development: AI-assisted rapid prototyping
- Follow Up on Recruiter Outreach: Additional contacts and feedback
- Begin LinkedIn Presence: Authentic content sharing
Strategic Focus
- Market Validation: Through surveys and direct outreach
- Product Development: AI-assisted rapid prototyping
- Network Building: Professional presence and connections
- Administrative Foundation: Legal and business requirements
The YC Journey
With the August 8th deadline approaching, we’re focused on:
- Building a compelling MVP that demonstrates real value
- Validating market demand through direct customer conversations
- Preparing a strong application that answers YC’s three critical questions
- Developing a clear path to scale and impact
Join Our Journey
This isn’t just about building a company - it’s about documenting the real journey of a solo founder navigating the challenges of building an AI startup from scratch. We believe in transparency, learning in public, and sharing insights that help others on similar paths.
Follow Our Progress
- Daily Blog Posts: Detailed documentation of every step
- Social Media: Real-time updates and insights
- GitHub: Open development and project tracking
- LinkedIn: Professional network building
Get Involved
- Share Feedback: We value honest input and constructive criticism
- Connect: Reach out if you’re building something similar
- Collaborate: Open to partnerships and collaborations
- Support: Every connection and conversation helps
Contact & Connect
“The goal isn’t to win a race or reach a finish line - it’s to move forward on a path where the destination is unknown but the direction is clear.”
Building for the future, one day at a time.
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