# [[👤Pieter Levels]] - [[Artificial Intelligence]] - [[👤Pieter Levels]] *** Pieter Levels is a self-taught developer and entrepreneur who has made a significant impact in the world of indie hacking and digital nomadism[1][2]. Known for his ambitious "12 startups in 12 months" challenge, Levels has designed, programmed, and launched over 40 startups, many of which have become highly successful[2]. ## Notable Projects Levels is the creator of several popular platforms: - Nomad List: A crowdsourced database of cities for digital nomads[2] - Remote OK: A job board for remote work opportunities[2] - Hoodmaps: A crowdsourced map showing neighborhood characteristics[2] ## Entrepreneurial Approach Levels is known for his rapid prototyping and lean startup methodology. He focuses on building minimum viable products (MVPs) quickly, often solving his own problems or addressing needs he identifies in the digital nomad community[4]. His development philosophy emphasizes simplicity and functionality over complex programming, stating, "Programming is not my passion. Making stuff is my passion."[4] ## Public Presence Pieter Levels is active on social media, particularly on Twitter (now X) under the handle @levelsio[2][5]. He frequently shares insights about entrepreneurship, technology trends, and the digital nomad lifestyle. His open approach to building in public has made him a role model for many aspiring indie hackers and entrepreneurs[3]. Levels' journey from selling all his possessions to explore the world while building startups has resonated with many in the tech community, inspiring a new generation of location-independent entrepreneurs[5]. Citations: [1] https://lexfridman.com/pieter-levels-transcript [2] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oFtjKbXKqbg [3] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Wjec3wh4p8 [4] https://levels.io/how-i-build-my-minimum-viable-products/ [5] https://levels.io/blog/ [6] https://www.carleton.edu/catalog/current/departments/engl/ [7] https://www.linkedin.com/posts/henrywrwhite_ai-visuals-work-activity-7190255497713790976-ssZd