A Blueprint to Building Successful Artificial Intelligence Products from Inception to Exit
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Adhiguna Mahendra
To my parents, whose unwavering support has been the bedrock of my journey, I dedicate this work to you.
To my wife, Anissa, your love, patience, and understanding have been my steadfast companions, making this journey possible.
To my children, Farrel, Rafale, and Xavier, your boundless energy and joy illuminate my life and fuel my endeavors. Tis is for you.
And to my colleagues at Nodefux, who’ve shared the triumphs and transformative power of our work in the toil, this book is a testament to our collective passion and persistence.
About the Author
Adhiguna Mahendra, with his extensive academic and industry experience, brings a wealth of knowledge to this book. He obtained his MS degree in Computer Vision and Robotics from the University of Heriot-Watt, UK, in 2008 and his PhD in Machine Learning and Computer Vision from the Universite de Dijon, France, in 2012.
Currently, he serves as Chief of AI, Business, and Products at Nodeflux, Indonesia’s leading AI vision company. At Nodeflux, he has spearheaded the development and commercialization of AI products, overseeing everything from product design and algorithm development to operationalization through MLOps.
His 20+ years of experience span across global and national companies, developing intelligent systems across various sectors. Alongside, he serves as a lecturer at Swiss German University and Central Queensland University, honored with the Best Lecturer Award in 2018. Adhiguna is also the founder of the AI Business Institute, an online platform offering courses in deep learning and AI product management. Adhiguna is also a key contributor to AI policymaking in Indonesia and serves as an AI trainer and technology advisor.
Adhiguna has a robust academic footprint with publications in esteemed platforms like SPIE, ICME, ICoDSE, and IEEE. He also balances his work with his love for Muay Thai, jazz piano, and soccer, which he enjoys with his three boys. In this book, he shares valuable insights on building AI startups, drawing from his extensive experience and knowledge.
