Jonathan Rhyne (CEO and co-founder of Nutrient) and Nick Winder (lead engineer on Nutrient’s AI team) delve into the dynamic intersections of engineering, artificial intelligence, and creativity. The conversation traverses Nick’s journey — how his love for music and electronics led to a career in software engineering, and eventually his role on Nutrient’s AI team. They discuss how tackling challenges led Nick to develop innovative solutions like optical character recognition (OCR) in the face of skepticism, showcasing the value of iterative learning and the “hacker mindset.”Topics you’ll hear:• Nick Winder’s journey into engineering and AI• The core engineering mindset• The evolution of AI perceptions• Breakthrough moments with AI• Challenges in developing AI apps• The role of AI in software development• Advice for beginners• Exploring vibe coding• Automation and industry impacts• Actionable insights for engineersLearn more about Nutrient and the team behind The Source Branch podcast on our website.