What Did You Get Done This Week? #4
Communications, Updates and Accountability
Date: 2024-12-06 Twitter Spaces: https://x.com/i/spaces/1lDxLlryWXaxm YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r3Z4lvu_ic4
Timestamps​
00:01:09 - Meeting start, expectations (5-minute updates, focus on this week's achievements).
00:02:50 - Shaw's update (dev school, in-person meetup).
00:04:59 - Project growth, coordination challenges, need for AI project management tools.
00:09:22 - Call for contributors to speak, starting with Reality Spiral.
00:10:04 - Reality Spiral: Github integration, testing framework, Coinbase work.
00:17:13 - Boyaloxer: Plugin Feel (emotional adjustments for agents).
00:18:37 - Spaceodili: Discord growth, summarization systems.
00:19:33 - Yodamaster726: Using agents in university classes, championing Llama.
00:23:32 - Wiki: Suggestion for a project newsletter. Discussion about contributor summarization.
00:26:00 - Hashwarlock: Remote Attestation Explorer upgrades, Reddit client, TEE as a service.
00:28:45 - KyleSt4rgarden: Eliza Framework Council, focus on stability and unified messaging bus.
00:33:22 - Nasdao_: Self-sustaining AI DAO, AI agent running validator.
00:34:57 - Evepredict: Slack integration, Reddit client/search, text/video to video project.
00:44:02 - ByornOeste: Dark Sun project launch, uncensored agent, video generator.
00:47:37 - Empyrealdev: LayerZero integrations, Python tooling for Solana.
00:52:16 - SkotiVi: Question about ai16z bot tech stack (it's Eliza).
00:54:19 - YoungBalla1000x: 15-year-old builder, project update, wallet drained.
00:56:47 - SOL_CryptoGamer: Cizem’s PFP collection launch and success.
01:02:17 - Angelocass: Experimenting with agents, excited about the potential.
01:03:15 - DAOJonesPumpAI: Spam bot detection, FAL API PR, Solana wallet prototype.
01:06:38 - RodrigoSotoAlt: 3D NFTs for Bosu, 3D portal, using latest Eliza version.
01:10:43 - cryptocomix1: Job interviews, learning about AI agents, interested in 3D design.
01:13:54 - TheBigOneGG: ERC20/SPL integration in game, ai16z cosmetic items.
01:15:18 - Louround_: Thales project update, data sources, MPC wallet plugin.
01:22:59 - btspoony: Flow blockchain integration PR merged, multi-account control.
01:25:48 - 0xamericanspiri: Goldman Stanley DAO launch on daos.fun, using hyperliquid airdrop.
01:28:24 - Hawkeye_Picks: Experimenting with Degen Spartan AI, exploring AI in collectibles.
01:36:33 - BV_Bloom1: Live video chat plugin modifications, integrating conversation models into 3D environment.
01:39:44 - pawgDAO: Gamified governance experiments, using Cursor, integrating AI16z.
01:43:24 - jpegyguggenheim: Artist interested in AI, exploring dev school.
01:44:07 - heathenft: Super Swarm DevNet launch on fxn.
01:46:28 - Roberto9211999: (Brief interruption) Grok discussion.
01:48:18 - godfreymeyer: Unity scaffolding for 3D AI TV project.
01:51:16 - Victor28612594: Fungo team building AlphaScan agent, data enrichment plugin.
01:53:23 - SidDegen: OnlyCalls launch, data pipeline, beta release plans.
01:55:00 - O_on_X: Ico onboarding, 2D video models, comfyUI for art.
02:01:00 - yikesawjeez: Memecoin cleanup crew, github.io profiles, security team, screenpipe/supabase.
02:05:31 - TrenchBuddy: Launching AI agent, working on EC2 and authorization.
02:09:49 - TSSnft: Sneakerhead Society introduction, exploring AI agent solutions.
02:11:40 - SidDegen: Question about the future of AI agents.
02:16:15 - GoatOfGamblers: Building a permissionless polymarket for memecoins.
02:18:01 - Shaw's closing remarks, focus on stability and applications, call for contributions.
Summary​
The fourth weekly ai16z meeting, hosted by Shaw, focused on accountability and sharing updates on the Eliza AI agent project. The key themes and events were:
Individual Updates - Many contributors gave updates on their work, including new plugins (like a plugin for emotional responses and Coinbase integration), infrastructure improvements (like GitHub integration, a testing framework, and a unified messaging bus), applications (like a validator run by an AI agent, Reddit and Slack integration, text/video to video projects, uncensored AI agents, and a Solana wallet prototype), and community projects (like an AI-generated PFP collection). Many of the updates focused on shipping and getting things done, rather than future plans.
Education and Outreach - Shaw highlighted the AI agent dev school as a key achievement, emphasizing education and onboarding for new developers. Yoda, a CS professor, shared his experience using agents in his classes.
Community Growth and Coordination - The rapid growth of the project led to discussion about improving communication and coordination. Ideas included a newsletter, better documentation, summarizing contributions (which Jin had already started working on), and AI agents to help manage open source projects and communities.
Trending Topics - Plugins, TEEs (Trusted Execution Environments), and multi-chain integration were discussed extensively. There was also a lot of excitement about the potential for AI agents in gaming and metaverse applications.
Partnerships and Announcements - Shaw hinted at exciting, unannounced partnerships and projects. The successful launch of an AI-generated PFP collection by a partner was also highlighted, demonstrating community engagement and the potential for partner-led projects (though it was emphasized that this PFP project was not officially affiliated with ai16z). Discussion around the project suggested that future airdrops to contributors are a possibility.
Technical Details - TypeScript was identified as the dominant language for agent development. There was a brief discussion about the role of Python for data-related tasks. The importance of build stability and a good developer experience was emphasized. Cursor and Claude were recommended as developer tools.
Open Source and Community Contributions - The open-source nature of the project was stressed, with encouragement for community contributions and collaboration. Several contributors offered their expertise and services to others in the community.
Overall, the meeting conveyed a sense of rapid progress, excitement, and a strong community spirit driving the Eliza project forward.
Hot Takes​
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"But they're really fucking cool. Really, really, really cool stuff...you're going to have to see it on the timeline when it drops." (00:03:43) - Shaw teases secret projects with strong conviction, building anticipation and hype, but offering zero specifics. This generates buzz but can also frustrate listeners wanting concrete info.
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"The whole server is kind of set up where...this project can start to feel more like a video game in a way. And we have these interfaces and AI agents that are playing all sorts of different roles throughout." (00:08:05) - Jin envisions the project evolving into a gamified experience. This could be a controversial approach to open-source development, as it might prioritize gamification over core functionality or alienate some contributors.
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"if we're really going to go to AGI we got to have some kind of Ubi component in there." (00:14:44) - Reality Spiral casually connects AGI development with Universal Basic Income, a potentially contentious socio-economic topic that intertwines technological advancement with wealth distribution.
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"I've been screaming out of my lungs for grok 3 to come out and uh y'all are slow Developers." (01:47:12) - Roberto jokingly (or perhaps not) criticizes the development speed of Grok, creating a moment of tension and sparking debate about the pace of AI development in general (especially relative to open-source community projects).
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"agents are going to replace the application layer...I am the fucking website" (02:12:11 & 02:12:58) - Shaw's bold prediction about the future of the internet and applications, positioning agents not just as tools but as the very foundation of online interaction. This radical vision is sure to stir debate about the future of web development and user experience.