Summary of Build these projects and I will HIRE you

The video presents five innovative side project ideas that can enhance job prospects and provide real-world experience, with the promise of the presenter being the first paying customer for successful implementations. The main financial strategies and methodologies discussed include:

Project Ideas:

GitHub Productivity VS Code Extension:
- Create a tool that tracks coding contributions more accurately than GitHub's current activity monitor.
- It should make commits every 30 minutes summarizing work done, providing a meticulous log of coding activities.
- Must be open-source for transparency.
Semantic Search of Chat History:
- Develop an app that uses AI to perform semantic searches across various messaging platforms (e.g., Slack, WhatsApp).
- Focus on user data security and encryption.
- Must also be open-source.
Win My Argument:
- Build an AI tool that scrapes academic studies to help users find references to support their arguments in discussions.
- Should focus on utilizing abstracts from studies found on platforms like arxiv.org.
AWS Supporter Chrome Extension:
- Create a Chrome extension that offers a guided interface for using AWS, highlighting buttons and providing step-by-step instructions.
- This tool should enhance usability for those struggling with AWS's complex interface.
Domain Buying App:
- Design a mobile app that simplifies the process of buying and selling domain names, making it visually appealing and user-friendly.
- The app should mimic the ease of buying stocks through platforms like Robinhood.

Methodology:

Each project must be open-source to build trust and transparency with users.
The presenter will rate submissions and pay for the best implementations, providing exposure and potential customer acquisition.
Utilize tools like Hostinger for creating landing pages to market these projects effectively.

Additional Notes:

The presenter encourages viewers to submit more business ideas for future videos and emphasizes the importance of building real products for real customers to enhance job prospects.

Presenters/Sources:

The ideas and guidance are presented by an unnamed individual (presumably a tech entrepreneur) who is looking for a founding engineer for their new company.

Notable Quotes

— 09:42 — « AWS is a mess. It actually is the worst UI of any product I've ever seen in my life. »

— 11:08 — « Robin Hood made buying stocks really cool and easy... I think you could actually get a market of people buying and selling domains quickly just like people buy crypto. »

— 12:20 — « Aura ring for dogs... could you imagine? »