Quanlai Li
Building
ChatSlide.AI, an AI-powered tool that transforms how we work and create. Also operating 
PageGun, hosting 
VibeHacker.fm, and angel investing in early-stage startups. Former engineer at Robinhood, Lyft, and Uber with expertise in artificial intelligence and distributed systems.
The path to AGI isn't simply about scaling parameters, but about creating systems that understand causality, abstraction, and emergent behavior—much like how human cognition evolved not just through neural density but through structured models of reality.
— My perspective on intelligence
About Me👨💻
Personal Background
I'm a serial AI founder and software engineer with expertise in artificial intelligence and distributed systems. I've worked at leading tech companies including Uber, Lyft, and Robinhood, and now I'm building ChatSlide, an AI-powered presentation tool, and operating PageGun, a web development platform.
With a strong foundation in computer science from UC Berkeley, I combine technical expertise with business acumen to create innovative solutions that solve real-world problems.
Technical Skills
Education
University of California, Berkeley
Computer Science 🖥️
Zhejiang University
Computer Science 🖥️
Professional Journey💼
ChatSlide (formerly DrLambda)
CEO & Founder
Leading an AI-powered platform for creating professional slides and videos. ChatSlide uses advanced AI to transform text into visually appealing presentations, launched on Product Hunt in April 2024 and recognized as Product of the Day.
VibeHacker.fm
Host & Creator
Hosting and producing a podcast that explores the intersection of technology, culture, and human experience. Engaging in deep conversations about AI, innovation, and the future of technology.
Robinhood
Software Engineer
Developed high-performance trading systems and contributed to the scalability of Robinhood&aposs financial technology platform, enabling millions of users to access the financial markets.
Lyft
Software Engineer
Worked on large-scale distributed data systems, contributing to Lyft&aposs technical infrastructure and data processing capabilities.
Uber
Software Engineer
Developed systems and solutions for Uber&aposs data infrastructure, leveraging expertise in distributed systems and computer science.
Research Publications📚
Detecting Similar Repositories on GitHub
2017Y Zhang, D Lo, PS Kochhar, X Xia, Q Li, J Sun
IEEE SANER
Abstract
The number of repositories on GitHub has grown significantly over the years. Many of these repositories are similar, e.g., they implement the same functionality or are forks from the same repository. To help users explore similar repositories on GitHub, in this paper, we propose an approach that can automatically detect similar repositories.
Towards Trusted Social Networks With Blockchain Technology
2018HW Yize Chen, Quanlai Li
Symposium on Foundations and Applications of Blockchain
Abstract
This paper explores how blockchain technology can be leveraged to create more trusted and secure social network platforms, addressing issues of data privacy, identity verification, and content authenticity.
Scaling Up Deep Learning on Clusters
2017J Xie
International Conference on Distributed Computing Systems
Abstract
This research explores efficient techniques for scaling deep learning training across computational clusters, addressing challenges in data parallelism, model distribution, and communication optimization for large-scale neural networks.
Personal Interests✨
Poetry
Passionate about reading and writing poetry, exploring the depth of human emotions and experiences through words.
History
Deeply interested in historical events and their impact on society, culture, and technology.
Traveling
Avid traveler who has visited 28 countries, exploring diverse cultures, cuisines, and landscapes around the world.
Equality Advocacy
Advocate for equality and LGBTQ+ rights, working to create more inclusive and equitable environments.
Podcasting
Host of VibeHacker.fm, exploring the intersection of technology, culture, and human experience through engaging conversations.