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Y Combinator Cast

05/30/25

@ Y Combinator

The forward deployed engineer model allows startups to close significant deals with large enterprises by demonstrating innovative solutions that meet customer needs.

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State-Of-The-Art Prompting For AI Agents

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State-Of-The-Art Prompting For AI Agents

05/30/25

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Bob McGrew

02/01/25

@ Y Combinator

The role of a 'forward deployed engineer' is essential; they work closely with customers to create tailored software solutions that meet specific needs.

Y Combinator Cast

05/30/25

@ Y Combinator

Startup founders should act as forward deployed engineers, engaging directly with customers to gather feedback and iterate quickly on their products.

Y Combinator Cast

05/30/25

@ Y Combinator

Every founder has become a forward deployed engineer, meaning they must work closely with users to understand their needs and workflows.

Brad Flora

08/27/22

@ Y Combinator

Selling enterprise-grade products to startups can be problematic, especially if the product is designed for larger companies with different needs.

Y Combinator Cast

01/25/25

@ Y Combinator

Big companies struggle to adapt quickly to new technologies, giving startups an advantage in securing enterprise contracts by being agile and innovative.

Nabeel S. Qureshi

05/11/25

@ Lenny's Podcast

Palantir's forward-deployed engineers are empowered to build new products if necessary, which differentiates them from traditional roles.

Bob McGrew

06/17/25

@ Sequoia Capital

The frontier labs tend to focus on training models for new tasks, while many enterprise problems are too small for them to address individually, creating opportunities for startups.

Peter Reinhardt

09/06/18

@ Y Combinator

Segment primarily grows through engineers who bring the product into their companies, often solving complex data pipeline issues.

Y Combinator Cast

12/14/24

@ Y Combinator

Startups are now able to sell into enterprises faster than ever, achieving significant revenue milestones more quickly than in previous years.