Facing AI deployment challenges? Let’s share solutions!

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Hey everyone! Jumping into AI deployment brings so much opportunity, but also unique challenges. From data quality to ensuring model accuracy or handling real-time processing, each step has its hurdles. For those building or scaling AI products, I’m curious: what’s been the toughest roadblock for you, and how did you navigate it?
At Sky Solution, we’re tackling some of these ourselves, and I'd love to hear insights or unexpected lessons from the community.

Usama Saqib · Accepted Answer

my main issue so far has been generating interest in my product. I have recently launch an open source application that streamlines the usage of LLM for image generation but it has been difficult to find people who has use the app and who could provide feedback.

An · Answer

This year I have made some attempts on AI products, but I often encounter a problem:

Each call to the AI ​​model has a relatively high cost, but currently consumers’ willingness to pay is not particularly strong. 
We often encounter great setbacks when exploring business models for AI products, because the trial and error cost of AI products is much higher than that of other types of products.

Ronald Young · Answer

Hey there! I can totally relate to the challenge of generating interest and getting feedback for a new AI product. One approach that's worked well for me is actively engaging with communities like Producthunt, Reddit, and relevant Discord servers to showcase the unique value proposition of your app. Maybe consider creating some demo videos or walkthroughs to help potential users quickly grasp how your tool streamlines LLM-based image generation. And don't forget to tap into your own network - friends, colleagues, or even past clients might be willing to give your app a spin and provide some initial thoughts. Keep at it and I'm sure you'll start seeing traction soon enough! Let me know if any other ideas come to mind.

Lily Mae Anderson · Answer

Definitely feel your pain on generating interest in a new product! A couple suggestions that might help: 1) Post on relevant subreddits, discord channels, and forums to get the word out to people who might want to try your app. 2) Consider creating a short demo video showing how the app works to make it super easy for people to quickly understand the benefits. 3) Directly reach out to some AI/ML influencers or bloggers and see if they'd be willing to try out your app and maybe write about it. Getting just a few people talking about it can really help boost interest and adoption. Hope this helps, and wishing you the best of luck with your launch!

Do · Answer

@usaqib Thanks for sharing your experience! Generating interest can be tough, especially with open source applications. Have you considered leveraging communities like GitHub or AI-focused forums for feedback? They can be great places to connect with users who are interested in AI tools. At Sky Solution, we’ve found that showcasing user success stories can really drive engagement. If you’re looking for insights on AI deployment, check out our recent blog on overcoming common challenges: https://skysolution.com/unlockin... Wishing you success with your app!

Do · Answer

@an_zuo Great points! The cost of AI model calls can definitely be a hurdle. It’s crucial to align your pricing model with the perceived value for users. Have you thought about offering tiered pricing or a freemium model to encourage initial adoption? At Sky Solution, we’ve seen that emphasizing the ROI can help justify costs to potential customers. If you want to dive deeper into business models for AI, I’d love to share some insights we’ve gathered on effective strategies. Let’s keep the discussion going!

Do · Answer

@lilymaeanderson Absolutely agree—targeting niche communities and influencers makes a big impact. At Sky Solution, we found value in using micro-influencers for more authentic reach, as their audiences are often more engaged and receptive. LinkedIn groups in AI/ML have also been excellent for us, not only for feedback but for real-time conversations that highlight potential pain points.

One more tip: we’ve seen that offering something small like a 'quick tips guide' to the community creates buzz and can generate additional engagement. Best of luck with your app, and feel free to connect if you want to share more insights!

Facing AI deployment challenges? Let’s share solutions!

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