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Sick of the same old selfies? Piction AI is the new playground, turning your photos into fiction with just a tap. We build for moments of shared laughter that bring people closer.

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Inspiration

I was fascinated by the power of generative AI, but also frustrated. Why was this incredible technology so difficult for most people to use? We wanted to take the intimidating power of AI and turn it into a simple, joyful toy that anyone could play with together, instantly.

What it does

Piction AI is the new playground, turning your photos into fiction with just a tap. We build for moments of shared laughter that bring people closer.

How we built it

Piction AI is built by a lean, two-person team of former colleagues. With a shared background in iOS environment, we knew it was the right platform for the premium, in-app purchase experience we envisioned.

Challenges we ran into

As a small team without a formal structure, our biggest initial challenge was chaos. We were drowning in countless decisions every day, which led to inefficiency. The turning point was when we radically simplified our process. We split our roles and responsibilities cleanly: one person dedicated to Business & Marketing, the other to Product & Development. We minimized debate and maximized execution, trusting each other to own our domains.

Accomplishments that we're proud of

We were thrilled to see Piction AI climb to #78 in its category in South Korea shortly after launch. The other one was getting a positive review from a user we didn't know.

What we learned

This journey has taught us that for a team of more than one, teamwork is everything. We're constantly learning how to find our own unique rhythm. The most valuable lesson has been learning how to support each other through the chaotic but exciting process of building something from nothing, without burning out.

What's next for Piction AI

We have successfully launched and recently integrated our payment system. Our next chapter is focused on growth and proving that Piction AI can become a sustainable business. We are now focused on hitting our key metrics and continuing to build an experience that our users genuinely love.

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