In this podcast, Stanislas Polu, the CEO of Dust, shares his journey from OpenAI to launching Dust, a platform that empowers non-technical users to create AI assistants linked to their company data. He reflects on his time at OpenAI, discussing the team's efforts in applying AI to mathematical reasoning and the hurdles faced in scaling AI models. Polu explains how Dust transformed from a tool aimed at developers to an accessible platform for crafting tailored AI agents for businesses. He underscores the significance of strong infrastructure and user-friendly design for widespread adoption. Additionally, he compares Dust's strategy to other agent-building platforms, pointing out the trade-offs between horizontal and vertical solutions and the ongoing challenges of integrating with different company systems.