Tesla CEO Elon Musk recently praised robotics engineer Ashok Elluswamy for his pivotal role in the company’s success in AI and software development. Elluswamy, who was the first hire for Tesla’s Autopilot team, reflected on Musk’s bold vision and relentless perseverance, which led to Tesla’s advancements in autonomous driving and robotics. Despite facing scepticism, Tesla succeeded in launching the world’s first Autopilot system and committed to an AI-centric approach, ultimately establishing the company as a leader in the field.
