Real-world notes for founders navigating the messy road from idea to launched product.
Discover why Next.js is our go-to framework for startup MVPs, including its benefits and trade-offs.
Learn what version control is, why it matters for your startup, and how to understand your team's Git workflow.
Technical debt isn't just developer jargon. Learn what causes it, when it's acceptable, and how to prevent it from slowing down your startup.
CI/CD automates testing and deployment for faster, safer releases. Learn what it is, why it matters for your startup, and what to expect from your development team.
APIs are how software systems communicate. Learn what APIs are, why they matter for your product, and how to evaluate API-related decisions without technical expertise.
Learn what a tech stack is, why it matters for your startup, and how to evaluate your development team's technology choices without getting lost in jargon.
Understand the difference between frontend and backend development, why it matters for your startup, and how modern frameworks are changing the traditional separation.
We switched to Convex for all new projects about 18 months ago. The switch wasn't obvious, but it eliminates categories of problems that slow down MVP development.
When to choose WorkOS over Clerk for authentication. Enterprise SSO, directory sync, and the real requirements that drive the decision.
