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Michael Seibel

11/29/18

@ Y Combinator

Getting a technical co-founder is often cheaper and more effective than outsourcing development, as outsourcing can lead to costly iterations and a subpar product.

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One Order of Operations for Starting a Startup by Michael Seibel

@ Y Combinator

One Order of Operations for Starting a Startup by Michael Seibel

11/29/18

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Michael Seibel

11/29/18

@ Y Combinator

If you go the outsourcing route without a technical co-founder, you may end up with a low-quality product and no users, making it harder to attract a co-founder later.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

12/01/23

@ Y Combinator

Relying on part-time consultants or development shops instead of having a dedicated technical co-founder can lead to failure.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

12/01/23

@ Y Combinator

Recruiting a technical co-founder is the most effective way to create value when starting a tech startup, even if you have some technical skills yourself.

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Harj Taggar

09/26/18

@ Y Combinator

If you're a non-technical founder, having a technical co-founder can significantly improve your ability to assess technical candidates.

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Michael Seibel

06/22/17

@ Y Combinator

It's frustrating to see founders overcompensate for not having a technical co-founder by relying on external developers, as this can hinder their chances of success.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

12/01/23

@ Y Combinator

Many aspiring founders believe they can succeed without a technical co-founder, but this mindset significantly reduces their chances of success.

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Dalton Caldwell

01/12/24

@ Y Combinator

If a technical founder is solving their own problem, they may not need a business co-founder, as they are likely capable of handling sales, fundraising, and customer interactions themselves.

YC

Y Combinator Cast

12/01/23

@ Y Combinator

It's common for aspiring founders to dismiss the need for a technical co-founder, thinking they can manage without one, but this is a misguided approach.

HT

Harj Taggar

03/26/21

@ Y Combinator

Having a co-founder allows you to divide work, leading to more and better quality output, especially if they have complementary skills.