In the early stages, the role of a technical founder resembles that of a lead developer, where you are responsible for building the product and making all necessary tech choices.

As a technical founder, you need to balance building new features with fixing bugs and addressing technical debt, especially as you approach product-market fit.

As a founder, it's crucial to balance the development of products with the capabilities needed to bring those products to market, creating organizational clarity.

As a startup grows, the founder must transition from focusing solely on the product to also managing the company, which requires different skills.

Engaging directly with users and leveraging product intuition is vital for making informed decisions in a startup environment.

Having a strong technical co-founder can make your startup unstoppable, especially if they are as committed and skilled as a top engineer.

The founders are critical to a startup's success; I evaluate them based on their communication skills and depth of understanding.

Commitment is essential; founders need to be prepared to leave their jobs and fully dedicate themselves to their startup to succeed.

As a founder, you need to sell yourself, especially when your product is still in development. Making potential customers feel valued and showing your commitment to their success can lead to stronger relationships.