About Runtime Stories
Where Technology Meets Storytelling
Runtime Stories sits at the intersection of technology and creativity, born from a simple belief: technological advancement shouldn't be feared – it should be embraced and harnessed.
The Genesis
As a software engineer with 18 years of experience building custom solutions from the ground up, I've witnessed countless technological shifts. Each brought its wave of anxiety about the future of our industry. Yet each time, those who adapted didn't just survive – they thrived.
While my roots are in software engineering, four years ago I ventured into the world of film and TV production, founding a company where storytelling became a new passion.
When AI burst onto the scene, I saw both industries grappling with the same fears: Will AI replace us? Will creativity become automated? Will human input become obsolete?
These questions sparked an experiment that would become Runtime Stories.
The Experiment
Instead of viewing AI as a threat, I saw an opportunity to explore its potential as a collaborator. Runtime Stories is built entirely using no-code solutions – a deliberate choice to challenge my own preconceptions as a hand-coding purist. Every aspect of this site, from its infrastructure to its content pipeline, runs without a single line of custom code.
At the heart of our operation is our "agent" – an AI system trained with specific storytelling parameters. This isn't about replacing human creativity; it's about augmenting it, about exploring new possibilities in narrative generation and development.
The Mission
Runtime Stories serves as a living demonstration that technology and creativity aren't adversaries – they're dance partners. Our goals are to:
- Showcase the potential of human-AI collaboration in creative fields
- Demonstrate how embracing new technology can enhance rather than diminish creative processes
- Challenge the doom-and-gloom narrative surrounding AI in creative industries
- Explore the boundaries of automated storytelling while maintaining human oversight
- Share our journey of adaptation and innovation in a rapidly evolving digital landscape
The Future
As both a programmer and storyteller, I believe we're entering an era where the distinction between technical and creative skills is blurring. Runtime Stories isn't just about generating stories – it's about telling the story of how we can adapt, grow, and thrive alongside emerging technologies.
Whether you're a technologist, a creative professional, or simply curious about the future of storytelling, Runtime Stories invites you to explore this fascinating intersection with us. Here, every story is a testament to the potential of embracing change and finding new ways to create.
Behind the Runtime
Runtime Stories is maintained by a software engineer with 16 years of experience in custom software development and the owner of a film and TV production company. This unique combination of technical expertise and storytelling experience informs every aspect of our approach to AI-assisted narrative creation.
Join us as we explore the future of storytelling, one generated tale at a time.