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# Post by Aditya Gaurav (@AdityaGaurav)

What I learned after making Cognac metaverse from zero into a million dollar company before moving to US, in 18 months from scratch
Cognac metaverse later went to be known as the world's first photorealistic metaverse. That I built solo.

The journey was not easy, but it was worth it. I learned that with hard work and determination, anything is possible. I learned that taking risks and being bold is essential for innovation. And I learned that building something from scratch can be a lonely journey, but it's worth it in the end.

I'm grateful for the experience and the lessons I learned along the way. And I'm excited to share them with you, in the hopes that they can inspire and motivate you to achieve your own goals and dreams.

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