1. Don't commit to anything until you know what you are doing. 2. Gather information - your contract - what your states law on Non-compete is - Was it your time

1. Don't commit to anything until you know what you are doing. 2. Gather information - your contract - what your states law on Non-compete is - Was it your time, your equipment, your services used for development? - What are the open source licenses 3. Decide what you want. Do you want to start a business? 4. Understand your employers position and what they want. 5. Get a free consultation from a GOOD lawyer. Ask around and find out who is the best. Then see them