Name: Do You Still Need a Dev to Build Your MVP?
Start: 2026-03-12T19:30:00.000+11:00
End: 2026-03-12T20:30:00.000+11:00
Location: Online Event

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Matt Ainsworth

Do You Still Need a Dev to Build Your MVP?

(In the age of AI, how far can a non-technical founder really go alone?)

AI makes it easier than ever to build a product.

It does not make it easier to build the right product.

And if you’re a non-technical founder without clear tech direction, AI tools can accelerate mistakes just as fast as progress.

How far can you build alone - and when do you actually need a developer?

This session is designed specifically for non-technical founders building software, automation, or AI who want to move fast without losing control.

It’s a tech leadership and decision workshop - for founders who want to build lean while staying in control.

​Product, marketing and communication specialist

​For over 9 years across the startup ecosystems of Japan and Australia, Matt has worked closely with founders navigating product, growth, hiring, and tech decisions.

​He is especially focused on helping non-technical founders move from feeling dependent on tech partners to confidently leading their build with structure and clarity.

Founder of Prometheus AI, Kale helps Australian businesses harness data, AI, and automation in practical, commercially grounded ways.

With hands-on experience building data and AI systems from 0→1 and leading engineering teams, Kale brings a pragmatic perspective on when AI is enough - and when proper engineering structure is essential.

If you’re planning to build in the next 3-6 months, this session will help you avoid expensive missteps and install the right guardrails from the start.

Also, includes a free downloadable worksheet to help you take action immediately - we will send this through before the session kicks-off.