Y Combinator — How to Plan an MVP
Comprehensive guide from YC's Michael Seibel on planning your minimum viable product, determining what features to include vs. skip, and how to think about your first launch with real YC examples.
Scope an MVP, pick your tools, sort the founder questions — and ship something a stranger can use.
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Most powerful no-code platform for building complex web applications with databases, user authentication, and logic. Free tier for learning and building MVPs. Used by many YC startups.
Carta — How to Find a Co-Founder Guide
Practical guide covering solo vs. co-founder decisions, where to find co-founders, evaluating compatibility, and recommendations for trial projects with insights on complementary skills.
Figma — Prototyping Tool
Industry-standard design and prototyping tool with generous free tier. Create interactive prototypes, wireframes, and UI designs collaboratively with developer handoff features.
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