This podcast episode explores the journey of Luis Von Ahn, the co-founder and CEO of Duolingo. It discusses his approach to catching cheating students, the development of CAPTCHA and ReCAPTCHA, the transition of Duolingo from a translations company to an education platform, the challenges faced in gaining acceptance from companies and universities, the use of different techniques and tools for language learning, and the importance of work-life balance and hobbies. Through these discussions, it becomes clear that Duolingo is not just a language learning app but a company driven by a mission to provide free language education and make a positive impact on global productivity.
