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On a smaller scale it can definitely be done. See Mike Perham's success with Sidekiq Pro[1], for example. I'm trying out this model[2] as well. It's definitely
by zrail 12y ago
On a smaller scale it can definitely be done. See Mike Perham's success with Sidekiq Pro[1], for example. I'm trying out this model[2] as well.
It's definitely not an easy road, but then again neither is starting a funded startup.
[1]: http://mikeperham.com/2014/10/01/the-path-to-full-time-open-source/ http://mikeperham.com/2014/10/01/the-path-to-full-time-open-...
[2]: https://www.payola.io/pro https://www.payola.io/pro
- wslh 12y ago> On a smaller scale it can definitely be done. I think that is a pending discussion here on HN because it is considered a lifestyle business instead of a startup that grows fast. Many times the difference between success and failure is the size of the business you have in mind.
- zrail 12y agoMany times the difference between success and failure is your definition of success. VC and an exit after years of grueling work is only "success" for a small number of people who are disproportionately represented here on HN.