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I've noticed this with lots of engineering type people... We love to build, to push boundaries, test limits, apply new ideas and technology, but don't generally

by bherms 16y ago

I've noticed this with lots of engineering type people... We love to build, to push boundaries, test limits, apply new ideas and technology, but don't generally like to think about all of the other stuff because it doesn't seem quite as cool or exciting. I'm launching a business soon and I must say, there's a lot more that goes into it than I expected from the get go. Pricing plans, the front-facing website -- what information goes on it, how do I sell it, what do I focus on, etc -- logo, business cards, hosting options, funding, lawyers, incorporating, beta testing, etc... There's so much extra stuff involved and decisions to make. It's really not for everyone though; so engineers, keep building apps if thats what you like to do. If the other stuff excites or interests you, then do that. Just know that if you want to build a business, there's a lot of extra crap you'll have to do that is gonna either suck, or if you're like me, excite you even more.

arethuza 16y ago
I'm not sure that it's because the other stuff isn't "doesn't seem quite as cool or exciting", I've realized that the buzz associated with fixing bugs or implementing new features is addictive because of the immediate feedback and associated warm glow of self satisfaction when all the unit tests are green, the bug is fixed or that cool new feature is added. I've only realized this fairly recently and I know that it means a significant changes in my behavior is required....
- bherms 16y ago
  I'm guessing you came to that realization from actually having to do it? I was just saying that sometimes the prospect of having to do all of that "extra stuff" in the beginning isn't enticing. Once you get going you find that it is actually addictive and exciting (for some).
- tjpick 16y ago
  > I've realized that the buzz associated with fixing bugs or implementing new features is addictive because of the immediate feedback and also, maintenance and enhancement is probably a full time job.

by bherms 16y ago

arethuza 16y ago

I'm not sure that it's because the other stuff isn't "doesn't seem quite as cool or exciting", I've realized that the buzz associated with fixing bugs or implementing new features is addictive because of the immediate feedback and associated warm glow of self satisfaction when all the unit tests are green, the bug is fixed or that cool new feature is added. I've only realized this fairly recently and I know that it means a significant changes in my behavior is required....

bherms 16y ago
I'm guessing you came to that realization from actually having to do it? I was just saying that sometimes the prospect of having to do all of that "extra stuff" in the beginning isn't enticing. Once you get going you find that it is actually addictive and exciting (for some).
tjpick 16y ago
> I've realized that the buzz associated with fixing bugs or implementing new features is addictive because of the immediate feedback and also, maintenance and enhancement is probably a full time job.