Ask HN: For those who got an interview, a few questions

First off, congrats on passing the first test. As somebody who is preparing to apply to the next batch (I knew I wouldn't be ready for this one), I'm curious. Was this the first time you applied with this idea? When did you start working toward getting accepted into YC? What steps did you take (possibly outside of the application) to ensure you got an interview? What do you feel made you stand out and get an interview? Anything else you'd like to tell the rest of us hopeful future YCers?