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You're attacking a straw man here. We've funded lots of companies started by people who weren't programmers. In the YC FAQ, we recommend that such people find
by pg 13y ago
You're attacking a straw man here. We've funded lots of companies started by people who weren't programmers. In the YC FAQ, we recommend that such people find cofounders who are, if they can. But we don't insist even on that.
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- mkbrody 13y agoEventually Mike Scharf realized he needed some true technical expertise in house. Once we nail this component sky is the limit!
- marcamillion 13y agoI never meant to attack you personally - it was more the sentiment that is often espoused in many comments & stories that appear on HN. You can even see some in this thread! Some of that sentiment appear in your essays (and perhaps comments) - which people may take out of context.