Quanlai Li
Author of Zero Person Company and How to Win GEO. Building
ChatSlide.AI, an AI-powered tool that transforms how we work and create. Specializing in Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) and writing about emerging AI technologies and their impact on search and content optimization.
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 writer specializing in Generative Engine Optimization (GEO). As the author of How to Win GEO, I write about emerging AI technologies and their impact on search and content optimization. Currently building ChatSlide, an AI-powered presentation tool, and operating PageGun, a web development platform. Our CMO is Claudia.
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
Software Engineering 🖥️
Zhejiang University
Software Engineering 🖥️
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.
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📚
Zero Person Company
2025Quanlai Li, Tu Ni
Book
Abstract
How AI Agents Are Building the Post-Employment Enterprise. An exploration of how autonomous AI agents are reshaping the future of work, from the vanishing workforce to the anatomy of autonomy, and what it means for the great displacement ahead.
How to Win GEO
2025Quanlai Li, Sergii Molchanov
Book
Abstract
A comprehensive guide to Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), teaching how to succeed in the era of AI-optimized search. This book combines cutting-edge AI entrepreneurship insights with extensive business development and innovation experience.
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.
Podcasts🎧
对谈李泉来：AI答案还可信吗？GEO一线创业者的实践与思考
与GEO一线创业者李泉来深度对谈，探讨AI生成答案的可信度、Generative Engine Optimization的实践经验，以及AI搜索时代品牌可见性的未来。
Inside the Agent Era: Building the Future of Work with AI
Host Wickey Wang and Tom are joined by Yu Zhou (Columbia/Arklex.ai), Quanlai Li (ChatSlide.ai, ex-Uber/Robinhood), and Neethan (Hallidai, ex-Alexa/TikTok) to explore the rapidly evolving world of AI agents and the future of work.
OpenAI政变
程序员喝咖啡的时候都谈论些什么？深度解析OpenAI内部的权力变动，探讨AI行业的治理与未来走向。
AIAIAI... GenAI 产品
程序员喝咖啡的时候都谈论些什么？聊聊GenAI产品的现状与趋势，从技术到产品的思考与实践。
Data Engineering at Uber and Lyft
程序员喝咖啡的时候都谈论些什么？探讨Uber和Lyft的数据工程实践，大规模数据平台的架构设计与技术挑战。
#0x03 科技有的聊——UBER篇
采访在Uber工作的软件工程师李泉来，聊聊从浙大到UC Berkeley的留学经历，以及在硅谷科技公司的求职与工作体验。
Personal Interests✨
Poetry
Passionate about reading and writing poetry, exploring the depth of human emotions and experiences through words. Check out Poetry Map to explore poetry from around the world.
Writing
Author of Zero Person Company and How to Win GEO, exploring AI, the future of work, and search optimization.
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
Exploring the intersection of technology, culture, and human experience through engaging conversations on various podcast platforms.