The Proof of Work Protocol: Beyond the Degree
The degree is a lagging indicator of compliance. The artifact is a leading indicator of agency.
Key points
- The degree is a lagging indicator of compliance. The artifact is a leading indicator of agency.
About the Author
Avneesh Kumar is a technologist and entrepreneur based in Monterey, California. He is the founder of Schoolze Labs, an AI-native product factory, and Hellodesk. Since 2024, he has hosted the AI Hub (formerly Founders Club), a weekly brainstorm for builders navigating the agentic revolution.
Note: This essay is part of a chronological archive reconstructed from Avneesh's original journals and internal strategy memos to document the transition from legacy SaaS to AI-native architecture.
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