Best of Startup — December 2023

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   DEV·2y

   0 to 1, working in a startup as Software Engineer

   The article recounts the author's personal journey of working in a startup as a software engineer. It highlights factors to consider before joining a startup, the validation of the startup's idea, and the possibility of work-life balance in a startup.

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   Just Another CTO·2y

   Security at Startup

   Security is often overlooked in software engineering, but it is crucial for startups. This post provides tips and best practices for securing your startup, including cheap security measures and securing development practices.

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   Just Another CTO·2y

   Handling Process Debt in IT

   Process debt refers to the accumulation of inefficient, outdated, or redundant processes within an organization, leading to increased frustration and hampered progress. It can manifest as cumbersome workflows, jumbled processes, and the reliance on outdated tools. Examples of bloated processes include manual deployment, convoluted approval processes, and over-engineered code reviews. It is important for companies to regularly evaluate and adjust their processes to maintain efficiency.

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   UX Planet·2y

   The Most Influential Psychological Studies on UX Design.

   Learn how psychological studies have influenced UX design by understanding concepts such as selective attention, the capacity of human working memory, and the impact of Fitt's Law and Hick's Law on user experience design. Avoid the Hawthorne Effect in user testing and research.

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   Ido Shamun·2y

   Early Stage Startup Handbook

   This post provides insights and strategies for scaling a startup, including routines and tools for effective communication, as well as the importance of documentation.

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   habr·2y

   The mystery of Telegram

   Telegram is a messaging app that has often been associated with controversial events and has a strong focus on privacy. It offers features that cater to both personal and work needs, positioning itself as a super app. Despite growing into a large company, Telegram retains a startup vibe and maintains a product changelog to communicate with its users. The platform also embraces chatbots and has developed a unique brand identity

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   Community Picks·2y

   Most AI startups are doomed

   Most AI startups, especially those formed from post-ChatGPT hype, are doomed due to lack of defensibility and differentiation. Gluing together AI APIs and building UIs without real moats leads to little value for investors. Even Alphabet, Meta, and OpenAI have no defensibility in the AI space. However, startups that rely on monstrous compute requirements or operate in domains with real-world, proprietary data may have value and potential longevity.

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   Community Picks·2y

   How to ship fast

   Learn the key principles for shipping fast in startups, including protecting momentum, avoiding excessive prioritization, staying close to the design, and more.

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