FIRE'd at 30,
Now Building Again

Founder of Lyrin AI | Content Creator | FIRE Advocate

I achieved financial independence at 30 after making over $500K as a Netflix Staff Engineer. Now? I'm building Lyrin AI, born from teaching my kids Mandarin, while sharing what I've learned about AI, tech careers, and FIRE with over 1M followers.

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About Frank

Financial independence at 30 meant freedom. Freedom to be present for my two young kids. Freedom to choose what comes next.

What came next surprised me. Trying to teach my kids Mandarin was frustrating. Existing apps were boring, focused on reading instead of speaking. So I built something better. That's how Lyrin AI was born: speech-focused AI that helps people actually converse in Mandarin, not just memorize characters.

I also share what I've learned online about AI trends, tech career hacks, and FIRE strategies. Over a million people follow along on TikTok and other platforms. My philosophy? Save hard, invest smart, live simply, build things that matter.

When I'm not coding or creating content, you'll find me gaming, reading fantasy novels, or watching anime with my kids.

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What I Share

AI, Tech & FIRE Content

FIRE

Financial Independence

How I built a 7-figure portfolio and hit FIRE by 30. The math, the mindset, the mistakes to avoid. Real numbers, real strategies that actually work in today's economy.

AI & Startups

AI Innovation & Building

Building Lyrin AI taught me things no tutorial ever could. Speech AI, product development, user feedback loops, the messy reality of turning ideas into products people actually use.

Career

Tech Career & Life

From $60K to over $500K in a decade. Salary negotiation tactics, company choices, skill development. Plus the harder question: when is enough actually enough?

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"Frank's approach to financial independence completely changed my perspective. His tech career advice helped me negotiate a 40% salary increase, and his investment strategies have transformed how I manage my money. I'm now on track to retire 15 years earlier than I originally planned."

Alex
Software Engineer

"I've followed Frank's journey for over a year now, and his content has been instrumental in helping me transition from a corporate job to entrepreneurship. His balanced approach to work, life, and finances is refreshing and realistic. Thanks to his guidance, I'm building a business that aligns with my values."

Michael
Entrepreneur

"Frank's philosophy of prioritizing freedom over work is something every career professional should be thinking about. Life is more than the 9-5, and Frank does a great job reminding us of that while showing us the path to achieve financial freedom."

Julian
Lawyer
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