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From community events, digital resources and tools, to video courses and workshops and personal growth coaching — everything is designed to grow the impact and profit of your business at your budget.

Offline Event

Vibe Coding Cologne

Monthly Offline Meetup on AI-Assisted Coding in Cologne

Real-World AI Coding Projects

Share experiences from actual builds like CaptAIn, and new features. Learn from hands-on implementation, not just theory. See how founders and developers tackle challenges with AI-assisted coding tools and automation workflows that actually work.

Tool Discovery & Use Cases

Discover what's working, what's not, and what's emerging in the AI coding landscape. Get insights on the latest tools, from Cursor to Claude Code to n8n to custom GPTs, and learn which ones are worth your time and which ones to skip.

AI Pioneer Community

Join a growing network of builders and growths marketers who are at the forefront of AI-first businesses. We're all learning together and sharing breakthroughs. Connect with like-minded innovators who understand the challenges of building with cutting-edge AI tools.

When?
Every second Wednesday of the month
What time?
19:00 - 21:00 Berlin time
Where?
Offline at STARTPLATZ Köln
How much?
Free - No cost, pure value
For Whom?
Founder, Developer, Marketer, Builder
Interested?
Online Event

Roundtable

Monthly online growth marketing & community challenge-solving event

Interactive Growth Discussions

Engage in real-time conversations about your specific growth challenges with fellow founders and marketers who understand your journey. No theoretical fluff - just focused solutions for real growth problems you're facing right now.

Collaborative Problem-Solving

More than a meeting - it's a collaborative problem-solving session designed for growth-focused professionals. Bring your real challenges and get feedback from both the community and Ben's expertise.

Concrete Takeaways

Walk away with practical strategies you can implement immediately, plus resources for execution. This is your primary lead magnet showcasing authentic Pirate Skills quality and community value.

Monthly Schedule
First Wednesday of each month
18:00 - 19:00 Berlin Time
60 minutes total
Online Event
Zoom link provided upon registration
Price
Free - No cost, pure value
Perfect For
Founders, Marketers, Vibe Coders
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Free Online Resource

Vibe Coding Codex

Complete learning path for AI-assisted coding with hands-on lessons and projects

Structured Learning Path

Six comprehensive levels covering Product, Tooling, Design, Systems, Security, and Shipping. Each level builds on the previous one, taking you from beginner to advanced AI-assisted development with practical, hands-on lessons.

Real-World Projects

Build actual applications while learning. From setting up your local development environment to deploying live applications with payments, database security, and proper Git workflows. Every lesson includes practical exercises you can apply immediately.

Modern Development Stack

Learn with the latest tools and technologies: Cursor, Claude, Next.js, TypeScript, Supabase, and more. Master AI-assisted development workflows that professional developers use to build faster and more efficiently than ever before.

Format
Interactive online lessons with code examples
Duration
Self-paced, 6 levels with multiple lessons each
Prerequisites
Basic computer skills, no coding experience required
Cost
Completely free - No signup required
Perfect For
Founders, marketers, and anyone wanting to build with AI
Ready to Start?
Digital Book

Pirate Skills Playbook

Comprehensive Growth Marketing Handbook with AI Integration

Our Growth Marketing Bible

Over 180 pages covering Growth Roadmap, Content Strategy, Funnel Building, Data Analytics, Traffic Generation, and Conversion Optimization. Each handbook provides step-by-step implementation guides with real examples.

Visual Resources & Templates

Complete Miro board template library with visual workflows you can customize and implement immediately. Image-rich content designed for practical application, not just theory. Everything ready to use or feed into AI tools.

Your Pirate Skills Foundation

The quintessential starting point in our universe. Our lowest-priced offer packed with value for dedicated readers. Provides the foundation for everything we do, with copy-paste segments perfect for AI-assisted marketing workflows.

What's included?
6 handbooks (30+ pages each), Miro templates, strategic frameworks
How do I access it?
Password protected website
How much?
€30 one-time purchase
For whom?
Marketers, founders, CaptAIn users
Interested?
6-Week Builder Workshop

Zero to SaaS with AI

Build and launch a revenue-generating SaaS in 6 weeks using AI to write code for you. No coding experience required.

6 Live Workshops in 6 Weeks

Two-hour hands-on workshops every week where you build your SaaS step by step. From landing page to payments, learn to use AI tools like Cursor to vibe code a complete web application. Ship real features each week with guidance and support.

No Coding Experience Required

Designed specifically for non-technical founders. If you can write a doc and follow a checklist, you can build this. We keep language plain, explain every tech term, and give you ready-to-use templates. AI writes the code - you guide it.

Ship a Real, Working Product

By Week 6, your SaaS is live with sign-up, authentication, database, and payment processing. Learn Next.js, Stripe, Supabase, and modern web stack while building something people can actually use and pay for.

What's included?
6 live workshops, recordings, templates, Vibe Coding Codex, WhatsApp support
When are sessions?
Wednesdays 15:30 - 17:30 Berlin time
Where do I access it?
Live workshops on Zoom + resource platform
How much?
For whom?
Non-technical founders and aspiring builders
Ready to build?
Full Training Program

Growth Marketing Mastery

You want to become your own Growth Marketer? This is the way.

6 Workshops in 6 Weeks

Intensive 2-hour workshops covering all core growth areas over 6 consecutive weeks. Every quarter in the 2nd half, you'll master Growth Roadmap, Content, Funnels, Analytics, Traffic, and Conversion with hands-on application and personalized feedback on your strategies.

Quarterly Repeating Program

Run every quarter in the 2nd half (weeks 7-12), allowing you to continuously deepen your expertise. Each cycle reinforces learning, applies new strategies, and adapts to evolving market trends. Perfect for building systematic growth marketing mastery over time.

1 Coherent Growth Marketing Framework

We develop one coherent framework for solving any growth-related challenge. The synthesis of everything we've learned and continue learning through live practice. Build systematic expertise that compounds over time through consistent application.

What's included?
6 live workshops in 6 weeks, all video courses, Pirate Playbook, CaptAIn
When are sessions?
Wednesdays 15:30 - 17:30 Berlin time
Where do I access it?
Workshops on Zoom + course platform
How much?
(6 workshops in 6 weeks)
For whom?
Serious marketers and founders
Interested?
Coaching Program

Captain on Deck

1on1 Access to Ben's Growth Brain for your Toughest Challenges

15 Years Experience

Direct access to Ben's expertise from founding multiple startups, leading teams up to 30 people, and solving the exact problems you face. Real-world experience across technical implementation, team building, and strategic growth challenges.

Real Problem Solving

Technical implementation support, organizational challenges, skill development, and budget optimization strategies. Not generic advice, but hands-on solutions for CRM issues, analytics setup, campaign optimization, and revenue planning challenges.

Flexible Service Options

From single 90-minute sessions to full Fractional CMO partnerships. Monthly strategic reviews, weekly growth sprints, or intensive problem-solving sessions. Scale up or down based on your business needs and growth stage.

What's included?
1-on-1 sessions, holistic growth strategy, deep technical understanding, Growth Marketing Mastery Program included
When are sessions?
Flexible scheduling based on your needs
Where do I access it?
Book 90-min video calls via Calendly
How much?
(90-min sessions)
(weekly 90-min sprints)
For whom?
Growing teams needing deep expertise
Interested?