Building an AI Content Creation Platform with Elixir

In this episode, Justin Tormey, co-founder of Castmagic, delves into the development process of an AI-driven platform aimed at transforming audio and video content into a range of formats like social media posts and blog articles. He explains the technical framework which includes the use of OpenAI and Anthropic language models, with Elixir playing a pivotal role in the architecture. Phoenix LiveView enhances the user experience on the front end. Tormey highlights the integration of rich text editing libraries and the challenges of ensuring real-time collaboration using CRDTs and YDoc. He contrasts bootstrapping a startup versus seeking venture capital, sharing insights on marketing strategies and the importance of early customer acquisition. The discussion encapsulates the intersection of AI technologies, Elixir, and startup challenges, providing valuable takeaways for developers and aspiring tech entrepreneurs alike.