35人16个月白干，AI创业失败后的血泪复盘

Group 1 - The core idea of the project is an AI social tool for couples named "Hug Nest," which includes instant messaging and collaborative note-taking features enhanced by AI capabilities [1][3] - The project took 1 year and 4 months to develop, involving approximately 35 part-time/intern participants and 2 full-time employees for 21 months, with a total expenditure of about 450,000 yuan [1][3] - The app was completed but faced challenges in further iteration and operational promotion due to resource constraints [1][3] Group 2 - The entrepreneur's background includes 2 years of experience as an AI product manager and a strong desire to start a business, supported by personal financial stability and no loans [3][4] - A SWOT analysis was suggested to evaluate the project's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats, emphasizing the need for a rational and comprehensive assessment [4][5] Group 3 - The entrepreneur identified two potential directions for the startup based on technical feasibility, user demand, and competition, ultimately choosing the AI social tool for couples [5][13] - The market for couple-focused applications is seen as having significant potential, with less than 10% penetration by leading players and a high frequency of communication among couples [7][13] Group 4 - The project faced difficulties in team building, with initial reliance on part-time members leading to challenges in product delivery and stability [44][45] - A transition to full-time collaboration occurred, resulting in faster progress on the project, although challenges in user engagement and monetization persisted [45][46] Group 5 - The timeline for the app's development was extended, with the first version launched in February 2025, but faced delays due to technical issues and the need for bug fixes [55][56] - The importance of setting clear timelines and goals was highlighted, as well as the need for user feedback to validate product-market fit [56][58] Group 6 - The entrepreneur emphasized the necessity of clear communication within the team regarding user pain points and product solutions to enhance collaboration and project direction [66][70] - The experience underscored the importance of questioning assumptions and seeking diverse feedback to refine project ideas and execution strategies [70][72]