Playing in the AI Sandbox: How E2B Is Powering the Future of AI Agents

Ever wondered how developers safely build and scale AI agents? From early coding experiments in Prague to launching a secure, scalable environment for AI code execution, Vasek Mlejnsky, founder of E2B shares the story behind one of the most exciting tools in AI infrastructure today.Discover why building in public, open-source models, and a focus on developer experience are transforming the way AI applications are built. He also talks about fundraising, navigating the AI boom, and the strategic move to San Francisco that helped E2B grow.Whether you’re a developer, founder, or just curious about the future of AI, this episode is packed with insights, practical advice, and a peek into the sandbox where the future of AI agents is being built. Hit play and join us as we explore the tools, strategies, and vision shaping the next generation of AI!Key Topics DiscussedHow E2B’s AI sandbox works and why developers need itThe origin story of building sandbox infrastructure for AI agentsEarly technical challenges and the importance of safe execution environmentsThe role of open source in scaling developer trust and adoptionBuilding in public as a strategic advantageFundraising lessons from early-stage AI startupsMoving from Europe to the U.S. to tap into networks and opportunitiesNavigating the AI boom and staying ahead of rapid changesWhy developer experience matters more than everVasek’s long-term vision for E2B as the foundational layer for agent-based appsEpisode Timestamps00:00 Introduction to Ship Happens Podcast00:27 Meet Baek Linsky: Founder of E2B01:09 The Journey to Founding E2B02:17 Early Projects and Developer Tools03:22 The Birth of E2B04:17 Building a Community and Open Source08:28 E2B's Technical Details and Vision17:56 Fundraising and the Path to Success22:15 Inspiration from Silicon Valley23:34 The Decision to Move to San Francisco24:44 Openness and Transparency in Business26:14 Navigating the AI Boom29:35 The Importance of Startups in Innovation32:30 Future of Software Development with AI38:30 The Role of Open Source Models41:53 Conclusion and Future Plans Guest BioVasek Mlejnsky is the founder of E2B, a platform offering secure, scalable sandboxes designed for AI code execution and agent development. With a background in developer tooling and open-source contributions, Vasek is shaping how developers safely build and deploy next-generation AI applications.Links & Resources:Per Krogslund’s LinkedInVasek Mlejnsky’s LinkedInLearn more about E2BLearn more about Docker Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.