Imagine describing your dream app in plain English—and watching it come to life in seconds. That’s the magic Rork brings to the table. This AI-powered no-code mobile app builder has become one of the most talked-about startups of 2024, blending the power of large language models with the simplicity of natural conversation.
But behind this viral success are two relentless innovators — Levan Kvirkvelia and Daniel Dhawan, whose story is equal parts ambition, risk, and grit.
The Founders: From Debt to Disruption
When Levan and Daniel started Rork in early 2024, they weren’t riding a wave of investor backing or cushy startup perks. They were broke — sleeping on friends’ couches, each buried in $15,000 of personal debt — but united by a simple belief: software creation should be as easy as having an idea.
Both founders had already made waves in the developer community. Levan was known for his AI-driven Next.js site generator, while Daniel co-built 21st.dev, a developer platform that won a huge following on GitHub. Yet, their shared obsession wasn’t just about code — it was about accessibility. They wanted to build something that let anyone, anywhere, turn an idea into a working mobile app, without ever touching a line of code.
The Tweet That Changed Everything
Every startup dreams of a viral moment — and for Rork, it arrived via a single tweet.
When angel investor Matt Shumer posted a side-by-side comparison of Rork and its competitor Bolt, praising Rork’s AI-powered mobile app generation, Twitter (or X) went wild.
Within hours, the clip showcasing Rork’s “English-to-iOS” magic racked up millions of views. Within days, Rork crossed $100,000 in revenue. Suddenly, the founders who had been couch-surfing weeks earlier were leading one of the fastest-growing startups in AI.
That momentum quickly translated into serious investor interest — and soon, Rork raised $2.8 million in seed funding led by Andreessen Horowitz’s Speedrun program, alongside Hustle Fund, ChapterOne, and Founders Inc.
How Rork Works — AI as Your Coding Partner
At its core, Rork is powered by an advanced AI engine that turns natural language into native iOS and Android apps built on React Native and Expo.
Users can describe their app — say, “a fitness tracker with daily reminders and leaderboard” — and Rork generates a complete codebase: user interface, navigation, state logic, and even backend integrations. It’s production-ready, instantly previewable, and deployable to the App Store or Play Store.
This combination of AI-generated code, real-time previews, and rapid iteration makes Rork a dream platform for entrepreneurs, designers, and developers alike.
Rewriting the Rules of App Development
Rork isn’t just about building faster — it’s about who gets to build. By eliminating the technical barriers that have long kept creators on the sidelines, Rork empowers non-developers to become app founders and gives developers a massive productivity boost.
For startups looking to validate ideas quickly, for agencies building prototypes, or for creators who simply want to see their ideas live — Rork represents a paradigm shift.
The Road Ahead
For Levan and Daniel, Rork is just the beginning. The founders envision a future where every conversation can become code — where AI acts as your development partner, design assistant, and deployment manager, all in one.
They’re expanding Rork’s AI capabilities, integrating with design and backend tools, and doubling down on community growth. With an ever-growing base of creators and early adopters, Rork is shaping the next generation of no-code AI platforms — one prompt at a time.
Conclusion
The story of Rork isn’t just a startup success — it’s a reminder that innovation often starts from rock bottom. Levan Kvirkvelia and Daniel Dhawan turned financial struggle into a global movement that’s transforming how apps are built.
With Rork, they’ve shown the world that you don’t need to know how to code to change it — you just need the courage to start typing your idea.
