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How Duolingo Gamified Language Learning and Built a Six Billion Dollar Company
Duolingo's little green owl keeps 40 million people coming back every day to learn a language. In this episode, we unpack the gamification mechanics—streaks, leaderboards, and notifications—that turned a free app into a $6 billion public company. Along the way, we explore CEO Luis von Ahn's philosophy, the freemium revenue model that combines ads and subscriptions, and how Duolingo's product-led growth strategy set it apart in the crowded edtech space. If you've ever wondered why you feel guilty when that bird nags you, this episode explains the psychology behind the…
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