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Tips and resources on how to test, develop your startup idea, or find a developer/associate/CTO
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Startup Noob Guide

If you want to create a startup, and you've never done that before, you should consult the resources that are relevant to your situation.

Prerequisites

First important thing to keep in mind: your idea is worth nothing, it's execution that matters the most.

Step 1: Test your hypotheses

Step 2: Code it yourself

Step 3: Find a developer

When approaching developers, keep in mind that:

  • They have ideas too, except they probably don't need you for implementing them.
  • They will like you if you are impressed by their side projects and problem solving skills.
  • They will appreciate your confidence, but make sure to keep cool and humble.
  • They hate being considered as coding slaves at your service. => Show what you bring on the table. (cf [FR] Pourquoi je ne veux pas être ton CTO)
  • They expect you to be good at something, but may not know the usefulness and/or difficulty of these skills.
  • They hate bullshit => express yourself clearly and concisely.

Here are a few ways to reach developers:

Whenever you think that you found a potential associate, you should definitely read this advice: The Perfect Co-founder Checklist; 12 ways to tell if you’ve found The One to work with, from someone who spent 3 years looking.

Step 4: Hire a freelance or agency

Failure stories

These stories can help you understand why it's not as easy as you think to build a successful startup:

...and many more

Motivation

References

Great books to read:

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vastris commented May 16, 2023 •
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Thanks for a helpful and comprehensive guide on how to find a CTO. It covers various aspects, including skills, experience, and qualities to look for in a CTO, as well as practical strategies for sourcing and evaluating potential candidates. If you're in the process of building your startup team and wondering how to find CTO for startup, this post is a must-read resource that offers valuable insights and actionable tips.

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