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This is where serious devs level up. Each week, top engineers break down how they’re pushing productivity, locking down security, and building AI-first workflows—all in the cloud. It’s the real-world insight you won’t get from a blog post—straight from the people shipping at scale. We’re bringing you sharp minds, smart code, and battle-tested tactics. Hit play. Then out-build everyone else.

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    Playing in the AI Sandbox: How E2B Is Powering the Future of AI Agents

    Ever wondered how developers safely build and scale AI agents?  From early coding experiments in Prague to launching a secure, scalable environment for AI code execution, Vasek Mlejnsky, founder of E2B shares the story behind one of the most exciting tools in AI infrastructure today. Discover why building in public, open-source models, and a focus on developer experience are transforming the way AI applications are built. He also talks about fundraising, navigating the AI boom, and the strategic move to San Francisco that helped E2B grow. Whether you’re a developer, founder, or just curious about the future of AI, this episode is packed with insights, practical advice, and a peek into the sandbox where the future of AI agents is being built. Hit play and join us as we explore the tools, strategies, and vision shaping the next generation of AI! Key Topics DiscussedHow E2B’s AI sandbox works and why developers need itThe origin story of building sandbox infrastructure for AI agentsEarly technical challenges and the importance of safe execution environmentsThe role of open source in scaling developer trust and adoptionBuilding in public as a strategic advantageFundraising lessons from early-stage AI startupsMoving from Europe to the U.S. to tap into networks and opportunitiesNavigating the AI boom and staying ahead of rapid changesWhy developer experience matters more than everVasek’s long-term vision for E2B as the foundational layer for agent-based appsEpisode Timestamps00:00 Introduction to Ship Happens Podcast 00:27 Meet Baek Linsky: Founder of E2B 01:09 The Journey to Founding E2B 02:17 Early Projects and Developer Tools 03:22 The Birth of E2B 04:17 Building a Community and Open Source 08:28 E2B's Technical Details and Vision 17:56 Fundraising and the Path to Success 22:15 Inspiration from Silicon Valley 23:34 The Decision to Move to San Francisco 24:44 Openness and Transparency in Business 26:14 Navigating the AI Boom 29:35 The Importance of Startups in Innovation 32:30 Future of Software Development with AI 38:30 The Role of Open Source Models 41:53 Conclusion and Future Plans   Guest BioVasek Mlejnsky is the founder of E2B, a platform offering secure, scalable sandboxes designed for AI code execution and agent development. With a background in developer tooling and open-source contributions, Vasek is shaping how developers safely build and deploy next-generation AI applications. Links & Resources:Per Krogslund’s LinkedInVasek Mlejnsky’s LinkedInLearn more about E2BLearn more about Docker Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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This is where serious devs level up. Each week, top engineers break down how they’re pushing productivity, locking down security, and building AI-first workflows—all in the cloud. It’s the real-world insight you won’t get from a blog post—straight from the people shipping at scale. We’re bringing you sharp minds, smart code, and battle-tested tactics. Hit play. Then out-build everyone else.