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We are in an AI Gold Rush period where early adopters of AI development tools will create massive value and wealth over the next 2-3 years
The Reasoning
Historical parallel to internet/mobile gold rushes where early tooling adoption created disproportionate advantages. AI tools are removing technical barriers faster than market awareness, creating temporary arbitrage opportunity.
What Needs to Be True
- AI development tools continue improving in capability and reliability
- Market demand for digital solutions remains strong
- Technical barriers don't re-emerge through complexity creep
- AI tools remain accessible to non-technical users
Counterargument
AI tools may plateau in capability, existing players may build AI moats quickly, or market may become oversaturated with AI-built solutions reducing their value
What Would Change This View
AI development tools hitting major capability walls, regulatory restrictions limiting AI tool access, or market showing preference for traditionally-built solutions
Implications for Builders
Prioritize learning AI-assisted development now while advantage exists
Focus on domain expertise and problem identification over technical skills
Move quickly to establish positions in chosen markets
Build in public to document capability and attract opportunities
Example Application
“Taylor won $100K by building video editing tool with AI in 30 days. Traditional path would require years of coding skills, team hiring, and technical development.”