Essays on finding and shipping early-stage tools, written for founders building small.
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Screen Studio is $89-229. ScreenBuddy does 90% of what you need for $9.99 one-time. Here's the affordable alternative stack.
AI agents with memory are powerful—but opaque. How do you debug when your agent hallucinates from bad memories?
GitHub Copilot vs. Cursor vs. privacy-first alternatives. A founder guide.
AI coding assistants don't have to phone home with your code. These 5 tools prioritize privacy without sacrificing power.
From AI coding assistants to automated customer support, these tools let one-person teams compete with funded startups.
Most AI tools promise to save time but add complexity. These 3 actually deliver.
Cloud AI is powerful but risky. Local-first tools give you control without sacrificing much performance.
Five years ago, competing meant matching headcount. In 2026, it means matching automation. Learn how small teams use AI agents to punch above their weight.
Every SaaS founder faces the same question in 2026: Do I build AI-native from the ground up, or retrofit AI features into my existing product?
Privacy-conscious users are growing. These 7 SaaS tools help indie hackers build products that respect user privacy without sacrificing functionality.
Enterprise SaaS tools are expensive and lock you in. These 9 open-source alternatives give you the same functionality with full control and zero vendor lock-in.
AI is transforming how developers build products. From code analysis to memory management, these 11 early-stage tools leverage AI to help small teams ship faster and smarter.
The funding landscape has shifted. More founders are bootstrapping longer—or skipping VC entirely. Here's how to decide which path fits your business.
Your competitor just raised $5M and is hiring fast. You're a three-person team. Here's how to win anyway.
Every founder hits the point where they're drowning in work. But hiring too early kills startups. Here's how to know when you're ready.
Bootstrapping allows for greater autonomy, more sustainable growth, greater ownership, better customer relationships, increased resilience, and personal satisfaction.
Essential steps for new entrepreneurs to start a startup: from idea to launch, funding, and growth strategies.
Comprehensive guide on starting a company: from refining your idea to launching and growing your business.
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