Posts tagged Startups
AI Didn’t Make Custom Software Cheap

AI is making some parts of software development dramatically faster. Code generation, documentation, and repetitive engineering tasks can now be completed in a fraction of the time. But when you look at the full cost of building a serious product, the picture changes. AI is not making good software dramatically cheaper — it is reshaping where the budget is spent.

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PoC, Prototype, or MVP

A proof of concept (PoC) proves it can be built, a prototype shows what it feels like, and a minimum viable product (MVP) tests if the market cares. Founders who skip these steps risk burning time and money, while those who follow the sequence maximize learning and minimize waste.

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High Expectations, Low Resilience

Founders often carry high expectations but struggle with low resilience. This paradox creates a cycle of ambition, self-criticism, and burnout that threatens both founder well-being and startup outcomes. The path forward isn’t just grit—it’s about designing resilience into the startup itself through iteration, support networks, and sustainable practices.

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The Future of Software Engineering: From Coders to Intelligence Orchestrators

As AI rapidly evolves, the role of the software engineer is undergoing a seismic shift. Code is no longer king—intelligence is. In the near future, developers won’t be writing lines of code; they’ll be leading teams of autonomous agents that do it for them. This isn’t the end of software development—it’s a reinvention. The future belongs to those who know how to orchestrate intelligence.

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Conquer the Challenge of Product-Market Fit as a Founder

Finding product-market fit is like discovering the moment when your product finally resonates with your market—customers not only see the value but start actively using it. For founders, it’s one of the most critical and challenging milestones. In this article, Alejandro Zakzuk, Founder of Soluntech, shares insights from his own entrepreneurial journey, including the pivotal role of feedback, iteration, and the willingness to pivot. 

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