Non-Tech to AI Architect: What’s the "Must-Have" Technical Minimum?

Hey fam! 👋

I’ve been diving headfirst into the world of AI Automation and Agents lately, and honestly? I’m hooked. 🤖✨

But here’s my reality check: I’m coming from a completely non-technical background. While I’m obsessed with how much we can do with No-Code tools, I’ve got that nagging feeling that I might hit a "technical ceiling" once I start building for high-ticket clients.

I’d love to get some real-talk from those of you already in the trenches:

1️⃣ The "Real World" Check: In your experience, can you actually build high-level, client-ready agents without touching a line of code? Or is some level of "tech literacy" mandatory to stay competitive in this space? 🛑

2️⃣ The 80/20 Roadmap: If you had to pick the top 3 technical skills that offer the highest ROI for a beginner, what would they be? (Think: Python basics, API structures, JSON, etc.) 🛠️

I’m looking to build a rock-solid foundation without getting lost in a "developer" rabbit hole for the next two years. 🕳️ 🏃‍♂️

What should I prioritize first to make sure my builds are legit? Appreciate any wisdom you can drop! 🙏

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