Build & Launch AI Apps, Without Writing Code
2025 and beyond requires new thinking. Join the first wave of builders that understand the AI paradigm shift. The Build With AI Course, Community and Systems will help you rapidly learn high demand AI agentic development skills. The goal is to get your AI projects from Idea to Income 10x faster.
Build With AI - Course & Community
Learn how to build and launch business ready AI Apps using AI Development Agents like Cursor, Windsurf, Claude Code.
Thanks to tools like Cursor AI, Windsurf, Claude Code and Vercel's V0 you can now prototype and build Apps at 10x the speed. Every couple of decades we get leaps in progress and arbitrage moments. You found your way to this page because you are one of the early 0.1% to realise this. AI Agentic development skills will be in huge demand in 2025 and beyond.
Course Overview
Duration
Over 7 hours of concise lessons. Take the lessons at your own pace and we are here to help you along the way.
Skill Level
New builders all the way to experienced developers wanting to learn AI techniques. If my youtube videos are your style then this is for you.
Format
Online, self-paced with community support. The course is updated and expanded continuously. AI is evolving, this is not a stale course hence the subscription model.
What you Get
Course, Community, Boilerplates, Live Sessions, Network of Developers and Entrepreneurs and hopefully some friendships
Ready to Start Your AI Development Journey?
Join our community of builders and get early access to the complete course at a special founding member price.
Your Guide
Rob O'Shaughnessy (Rob Shocks on Youtube) has built successful startups from idea to acquisition and guided numerous companies through successful AI adoption. Creating solutions for Fortune 500 clients like Cisco, Porsche, Schneider Electric, and CrossFit he has witnessed firsthand the potential and pitfalls of AI projects and products across various business functions.
Using 20 years of startup and product development experience, he is creating a series of courses and resources to help you learn how to build AI with AI along with the core skills of product management and marketing to help you pick the right ideas and get them noticed.
AI Writes the Code
It helps to understand the basics of HTML, CSS, Javascript but you don't need to be an expert in each language to start. You need to bring a willingness to learn as you go. Effort is required, error is inevitable but the results are fast.
Launch-Ready Skills
By the end of this course you will have the skillset to start building web apps. Have a business ready, full stack app ready to launch.
AI-First Development
Building with AI has some subtle and important differences than traditional methods. We'll talk you through all the gotchas to get you moving at 10x speed previously possible even if you are a novice.
Professional Tech Stack
We'll be using a Professional stack used by top companies like Meta, Netflix, Amazon and others to ensure the skills you develop are relevant and the stack you build on is well supported with a large community of developers that can assist and help you grow your business once you get traction.
This stack is chosen for its suitability to work with current AI tools and maximized training data.
Fast Implementation
We teach you how to change your thinking to one of abundance and flow, focusing on rapid implementation and iteration.
New Way of Thinking
Learn to leverage AI tools effectively, thinking in terms of prompts and workflows rather than traditional coding patterns.
Who is this for?
Entrepreneurs
You have an idea for an AI App, Agent or Startup or want to build to build Apps and automations for clients. You are technical inclined.
Intrapreneurs
You see the opportunity to create something that can be used in your company and you want to learn how to do it. You have some development experience but maybe it's rusty.
Tech Enthusiasts
You are technically inclined, very interested in learning AI, have taken some courses and played with development but you are not a professional developer.
Experienced Developers
You have development experience and want to learn how to multiply your existing skills by using AI. You are proficient in a discipline but want to learn full stack web development.
Creative Generalists
You are a Jack of All Trades but lacking the skill set to create apps until now. AI now allows you to leverage your previous life skills and build something that brings value and generates revenue.
Product Managers
You are a Product Manager that evolved from a technical background and you want to understand the next wave of AI powered products and how to prototype them.
Course Modules
Course Introduction
Get started with the course structure and our fast-paced learning approach.
- Course overview
- Learning approach
- Project overview
- Framework introduction
AI Development Fundamentals
Learn the core concepts of AI-assisted development and new ways of thinking.
- AI-first mindset
- Development environments
- Essential AI tools
Cursor Introduction
Master Cursor AI and its powerful features for development.
- Cursor AI overview
- Core features
- Setup and configuration
- Best practices
Working with Cursor
Learn to effectively use Cursor's key features and tools.
- Code composition
- AI agent assistance
- Error handling
- Support resources
Development Environment Setup
Set up your development environment for optimal performance.
- Platform setup
- Essential tools
- Development workflow
- Voice integration
Web App Stack
Learn about the modern web stack that works best with AI.
- AI-optimized stack
- Frontend framework
- UI components
- Backend services
Frontend & Backend Setup
Set up your project structure and development environment.
- Project organization
- Development rules
- Documentation
- AI prompts
App Design & Database
Design your app and set up the database infrastructure.
- Design process
- AI-assisted development
- Database setup
- Testing approach
API & User Access
Implement API endpoints and user authentication.
- API fundamentals
- Database integration
- Authentication setup
- Security basics
Payments & Deployment
Set up payments and deploy your application.
- Payment integration
- Deployment process
- Infrastructure setup
- Monitoring tools
Docker Setup
Learn how to containerize your application with Docker.
- Docker fundamentals
- Container orchestration
- Microservices architecture
- Docker Compose
Product Landing Page
Create an effective landing page for your application.
- Design principles
- AI-assisted creation
- Optimization
Course Resources & Bonuses
AI-Ready Boilerplate
Get instant access to our production-ready web app template. Skip the setup and start building your AI app immediately with our pre-configured stack.
Community Access
Join our private community of AI builders. Network with fellow developers, share experiences, and get support when you need it.
1-on-1 Strategy Call
Limited time offer: Book a personal 20 minute call with Rob to discuss your project or product, get clarity on your path, and receive tailored guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
You do not need to be a developer but you do need enthusiasm to get technical. Maybe built a website or basic apps in Lovable, but you are not necessarily a professional developer. The course is designed to work with AI tools that help bridge the technical gap. Checkout youtube.com/robshocks for some free content and see if the teaching style is a good fit for you first.
Yes, you will get an AI Agentic Developer Certificate once you have completed the entire course and had your one-on-one call with Rob. Both of these are unlocked after three months of membership.
You can cancel your recurring membership at any time via your profile panel, you have complete control. We are only going to be happy if you are.
The course can be taken at your own pace. We have speed run settings to allow you to complete the course as fast as possible. The course itself is several hours long but actually building as you go takes a little longer. The project source code is included if you want to jump to specific sections.
You will need a computer Mac or PC with internet access and Cursor AI (free version available but we recommend the paid version at est 20 USD per month). We will provide detailed setup instructions before the course begins. This course can also work with Windsurf and other AI coding tools.
Yes! The course is designed to take you from concept to deployment. You will learn to build, test, and launch real applications using AI-assisted development.
Yes, you will get access to our community of alumni and ongoing support through our discussion forums. We also offer Weekly Q&A sessions with Rob. A lot of the value will be in the network you build and the connections you make.
All live sessions are recorded and made available within 24 hours. You can watch them at your convenience and still participate in discussions through our community platform.
What Rob Shocks Viewers Say
As someone who is returning to building after many years away, your AI First design principle makes all the difference. I love how you just talk your way through and let the AI figure it out. The best Cursor applied in the real-world demo that I've seen yet.
@toddwmac
YouTube Viewer
As a no code normie, I really appreciate you taking the time to really solidify this concept of design mode using AI to code. That's pretty much all I can do using cursor with no coding experience.
@10XONLINE
YouTube Viewer
This video was a true eye opener for me, and I genuinely appreciate how clearly you explained everything! It inspired me to finally start working on my own website, which has been a long-time goal.
@tradeviZion
YouTube Viewer
The best tutorial I've watched, thank you from Portugal. Tomorrow morning I'll come back again, omg this one was perfect!
@anotherunwantedopinion2914
YouTube Viewer
Fantastic insight! Your explanations are absolutely stellar, and you have a gift for reinforcing key concepts in such a clear and impactful way. BTW Unlocking Cursor AI Pro Secrets Tutorial - A REAL Gem!
@fahansen8583
YouTube Viewer
This is awesome, Rob! This is the best and most awesome tutorial on consistency features, explained so carefully and in detail.
@MinaEllis-AI
YouTube Viewer
Build With AI
Community & Course Membership
Limited time offer for early adopters. The price will increase dynamically as demand grows to balance community experience, but remains locked in for life for early members. Currently over 300 members.
Annual Membership
One-time payment