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How to Build a High-Performing Tech Team: A Guide for Indian Startups

Swati Sinha · Savanna HR Free Intermediate India

Written for the Indian hiring market, this covers building a tech team from scratch, including the trap of leaning too long on a single developer. It speaks to local realities like agencies, contractors, and salary expectations that shape your options here. A grounded read for founders building in India who are past the first hire.

  • Hire for learning ability and fit, not just current skills
  • Delaying past your first developer for too long carries its own risk
  • Structured onboarding is what makes a second hire actually reduce dependency
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The question it answers

  1. Is it a mistake to hire one developer to build my whole product alone?

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