Before founding Linear, I was a founding designer at Coinbase and a principal designer at Airbnb, where I learned the importance of building tools that are fast and efficient.

We initially built Linear for ourselves, focusing on creating a tool that we would want to use daily, which helped us define our product's features.

At Linear, we focus on building tools specifically for product software companies, especially early-stage startups, to ensure we meet their unique needs.

When we started Linear, we aimed to connect the highest level of company goals to day-to-day work, making it more meaningful for everyone involved.

We focused on user research to understand the frustrations people had with existing tools, which helped us refine our vision for Linear.

The experience of working at Coinbase and Airbnb taught me how different companies operate and the common challenges they face, which informs how we build Linear.

We built Linear with a local-first architecture, allowing for a faster user experience by syncing data directly to the client, avoiding the delays of traditional web apps.

Our early version of Linear was well-crafted enough to share with friends, and we were eager to get feedback to ensure it resonated with potential users.

In our early days, we focused on building a strong team dynamic, where each co-founder had clear roles: Lee builds the product, Michelle ensures things get done, and I tell the story of what we're doing.