Val Kamenski

I help founders make better technology decisions, faster.

Fractional CTO | Startup Mentor | 1 x Successful Exit


Hi 👋

My journey began in the trenches of software development, where I discovered my passion for building not just great code, but great teams and products. Over the past decade, I've specialized in creating and managing high-performing remote teams that deliver exceptional results.

In 2012, I founded Klika Tech and served as Co-CEO for the next 14 years. After successfully exiting the business, I now have the freedom to pursue my passions and help other founders on their journeys.

What I can help with:

  • Transforming innovative ideas into viable business strategies
  • Helping non-technical founders make confident technology decisions
  • Explaining how to apply AI in real-world use cases
  • Developing effective hiring strategies and strong company cultures
  • Connecting founders with valuable industry resources and networks

Whether you're just starting your entrepreneurial journey or looking to scale your existing tech business, I'm here to share insights from my experience and help you avoid common pitfalls.

Thoughts about tech and what inspires me:

How to Hire an AI-Native Developer

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How to hire an AI-native developer: interview questions, coding transcript ideas, and red/green flags for evaluating real AI-assisted coding skills.

AI Coding Tools: Why Developers Disagree

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The AI coding debate isn't really a debate. It's people talking about different eras and different workflows as if they were the same thing.

Building with AI: The Solo Founder Era

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AI and modern tools have dropped the cost of launching a startup by 10x. One person can now do what used to take a team.