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YC

Y Combinator Cast

12/08/23

@ Y Combinator

When building a developer tool, especially in the early stages, it's crucial to show the product and code examples on the website to attract developers.

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YC

Critiquing Software Startup Websites with CEO of Glide

@ Y Combinator

Critiquing Software Startup Websites with CEO of Glide

12/08/23

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David Siegel

12/08/23

@ Y Combinator

The text used for code samples on a developer tool website should be larger and more legible than the marketing copy to emphasize its importance.

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Nicolas Dessaigne

11/27/24

@ Y Combinator

Selling developer tools differs from selling other products; developers prefer demonstrations over lengthy sales decks, so focus on showing rather than telling.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

12/08/23

@ Y Combinator

Developer tools are gaining popularity, and designing a website for developers requires a unique approach compared to other types of websites.

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David Siegel

12/08/23

@ Y Combinator

It's important for the landing page of a developer tool to have a prominent button that allows users to try the product right away, ideally through an interactive playground.

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Nicolas Dessaigne

11/27/24

@ Y Combinator

When starting a dev tools company, it's crucial to have a founding team composed of developers, as they will be building a technical product for other developers.

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David Siegel

12/08/23

@ Y Combinator

When critiquing developer tool websites, I look for social proof, such as GitHub repositories and their star ratings, as well as clear calls to action for trying the product immediately.

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David Siegel

12/08/23

@ Y Combinator

Having pricing on a developer tool website indicates that it is a product rather than just a project, which can instill confidence in potential users about its longevity and support.

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David Siegel

12/08/23

@ Y Combinator

When presenting developer tools, it's beneficial to provide succinct details that establish credibility with a technical audience, rather than just stating that the product requires no work.

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David Siegel

12/08/23

@ Y Combinator

For the Mirrorful website, it's important to clarify what the product is and how it benefits developers before diving into technical details, as users appreciate transparency and clarity.