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Ask HN: What should we do

by warewolf on 7/7/16, 2:27 PM with 11 comments

We need some advice on our next step. We currently have a product that is in the App Store that we launched for user validation. The problem is, we now have that validation but the product isn't scalable. We outsourced the development so the backend isn't what it should be it crashes and has lots of bugs.

The reason we did this is because my cofounder and myself are design and marketing backgrounds. However it served its purpose as a Validation tool. We are now planning on doing a Burbn --> Instagram move. We will be using our feedback to build a better product and hit the market on larger scale.

My question is should we find a Technical CoFounder who can fix the issues on the product we have? Which we all know finding a quality CoFounder is hard. Where is the best place to find CoFounders?

  • by hartator on 7/7/16, 2:38 PM

    I am actually looking for a CTO position at an early startup. Hit me up by email: my HN username @gmail.com I'll send you more info. about myself and I would love to hear more about what you are trying to build.

  • by brianwawok on 7/7/16, 3:17 PM

    So question.. what determines "passed" vs "failed" user validation?

    My question for that is you get so caught up in the excitement of a new product.. it is very easy to say "hey 10 people liked it, good product". How do you know the product is REALLY user validated?

  • by omginternets on 7/7/16, 2:29 PM

    I'd say this all depends on the nature of your product. Having a technical cofounder is always helpful, but not a priori necessary.

    What are you making? I may be interested in joining as CTO.

  • by bbcbasic on 7/8/16, 8:45 AM

    You may consider hiring a contractor too. Less commitment on your part than giving away part of the biz. Especially if you just need some performance tuning.

  • by webtechgal on 7/7/16, 4:47 PM

    > Where is the best place to find CoFounders?

    I'd say you're there already!! :-) All the best.