About Us
Learn about our mission and the team behind ModernMakers
Our Philosophy
AI isn't just a productivity tool—it's an opportunity to develop capabilities that set you apart. Most professionals use AI for basic tasks: drafting emails, generating content, planning logistics. That's useful, but it's just scratching the surface.
The real value comes from investing time to build deeper skills. Think about when spreadsheets first emerged: some people used them for simple lists, while others invested time mastering formulas and models. That investment changed how they solved problems and shaped entire careers.
We're at that same inflection point with AI. The professionals who invest time learning by creating—building real solutions, experimenting with agentic development, iterating through challenges—are developing capabilities that compound over time.
Our philosophy is simple: you don't learn AI by reading about it. You learn by doing. Start small, build solutions that matter to you, share your wins and challenges, and iterate relentlessly. Micro-innovations compound faster than grand plans, and the future belongs to those willing to develop their skills one project at a time.
Founding Team
Meet the founders driving our mission forward
Kevin Coleman
Co-Founder
Kevin believes the best way to master AI isn't through courses—it's by building alongside people who get it. He's connecting with AI-native professionals who want to collaborate and co-create: no gatekeeping, no formal curriculum—just a community of curious builders learning in public, sharing breakthroughs (and faceplants), and turning ideas into working prototypes. We believe micro-innovations compound faster than masterplans, and that the future belongs to people willing to experiment, fail fast to learn more, and iterate relentlessly. If you're ready to stop talking about AI and start building with it, surrounded by people who'll celebrate your unique projects and push you to ship faster—you've found your people.
Last Updated: November 2024
The Real Talk Version
Look, we're not here to harvest your data, build shadow profiles, or do any of that creepy stuff. We collect the bare minimum to run the site, use trusted services to handle it securely, and we'll never sell your info. Here's what actually happens:
What We Collect
- Email address - If you sign up for the newsletter or create an account
- Name - If you provide it (we don't require it)
- Forum posts and replies - Anything you post is PUBLIC and visible to other members
- Profile info - Whatever you choose to share (managed through Clerk)
Who Processes Your Data
We use industry-standard services to run this site:
- Clerk - Handles authentication and account management
- SendGrid - Sends emails like newsletters and welcome messages
- Supabase - Stores forum posts and community data
- Vercel - Hosts the website
What We Do With Your Info
- Send you newsletters if you subscribed (you can unsubscribe anytime)
- Run the forum and display your public posts
- Respond to your messages if you contact us
- Improve the site and fix bugs
What We DON'T Do
- Sell your data to anyone. Ever. Not happening.
- Send you spam or share your email with third parties
- Track you across the web with creepy pixels
⚠️ Important: Forum Posts Are Public
Anything you post in the forum is PUBLIC. Other members can see it. Search engines might index it. Don't post anything you wouldn't want the internet to see. We moderate for quality and community standards, but once you post something publicly, we can't control who sees it or what they do with it.
Your Rights
- Unsubscribe - Every email has an unsubscribe link. Click it, you're done.
- Delete your account - Email us, and we'll delete your account and personal information. Public forum posts will remain visible but will be anonymized to "Deleted User" with no identifying information. This preserves community discussions while protecting your privacy.
- Access your data - Want to see what we have? Ask us, we'll send it.
- Correct your info - Wrong email? Update it in your account settings or contact us.
For EU/California Residents
You have additional rights under GDPR and CCPA, including data portability and the right to object to processing. Contact us to exercise these rights.
Cookies & Tracking
We use minimal cookies for basic stuff like keeping you logged in. Clerk and Vercel may use their own cookies for authentication and analytics. You can control cookies through your browser settings, but the site might not work as well if you disable them.
Security
We use HTTPS, secure authentication (thanks Clerk), and follow best practices. But let's be real: no system is 100% secure. We do our best, but we can't guarantee absolute security. If there's ever a breach, we'll let you know.
Age Restriction
This site isn't for kids under 13. If you're under 13, please leave. If we discover a child under 13 has created an account, we'll delete it.
Changes to This Policy
We might update this policy as we add features or if laws change. We'll post updates here and notify you if it's a big change. The "Last Updated" date at the top will always reflect the current version.
Questions?
Email us through the contact form. We're actual humans who read messages, not a legal department.