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Advice for finding a technical co-founder

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A candid engineer heavy discussion on how non technical founders should get their product built and why so many agency and freelancer arrangements disappoint. You get the builder's point of view, including what actually earns their commitment. Useful for calibrating your expectations before you hire anyone.

  • Engineers explain why outside builds often underdeliver
  • What actually convinces good technical people to commit
  • Set realistic expectations before paying for a first build
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The question it answers

  1. Should I hire an agency or a freelancer to build my MVP?

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