SeanNieuwoudt

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   by SeanNieuwoudt 15y ago

   Like you, I was once in the same position. Extremely poor, I literally hand drew business cards and cut them out of cardboard and walked around the city to hand-deliver them. This helped as someone eventually gave me a chance, but I'm sure
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   by SeanNieuwoudt 15y ago

   It costs $11.99.
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   by SeanNieuwoudt 15y ago

   I'd have to say Ruby, GIT, Heroku and Postmark.
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   How CEO’s Can Help Programmers Get into the Coding Zone(blog.wixelhq.com)

   2 points by SeanNieuwoudt 15y ago|0 comments
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   by SeanNieuwoudt 15y ago

   there is an open source alternative: http://hbase.apache.org/
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   by SeanNieuwoudt 15y ago

   In a previous experience, I found that companies hired me without even glancing at my CV or portfolio after I started my development company. There was some level of pre-created trust purely because I had a business operating in the field.
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   by SeanNieuwoudt 15y ago

   I would say a great developer should have the followed waxed: 1. Accurate time estimation & communication skills 2. Not suffer perfectionism 3. Know where to find the right answers 4. A good understanding of general programming concepts
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   Perfect Code is a Myth. Just launch it(blog.wixelhq.com)

   1 points by SeanNieuwoudt 15y ago|0 comments
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   by SeanNieuwoudt 15y ago

   thanks for the great feedback!
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    by SeanNieuwoudt 15y ago

    Thanks! I've fixed that line on the site. We've spoken to quite a few people that sell digital products online through various channels - most of them were looking for something similar. We also have the need for it ourselves. But I guess t
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    by SeanNieuwoudt 15y ago

    Oops, thanks! Fixed
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    by SeanNieuwoudt 15y ago

    Definitely a valid point, we are currently working on a feature that allows you to sell outside of Twitter, like on your blog and website etc. Thanks for the comment, really appreciated!
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    Review my startup: BoxRockit - a simple way to sell on Twitter

    10 points by SeanNieuwoudt 15y ago|10 comments
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    by SeanNieuwoudt 15y ago

    I think https://www.trustfabric.com/ does that.
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    by SeanNieuwoudt 15y ago

    Hey there, Firstly, don't be too concerned man. Watch the competitor to see how the market reacts to them. If they succeed, chances are better that you will too. Keep in mind that lots of VC money does not necessarily mean a successful run.
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    by SeanNieuwoudt 16y ago

    "Give a man a fish and he'll eat for a day, teach him how to fish and he'll eat for a lifetime". Apple owe's you nothing, they are entitled to do exactly as they please with their profits.
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    by SeanNieuwoudt 16y ago

    I think all entrepreneurs and engineers go through this kind of phase at some point in their life. The best solution I've found is get yourself a partner, someone that can keep you accountable and motivated. Remember not to take your code t
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    by SeanNieuwoudt 16y ago

    I'm sorry about the situation you are in, but it is largely your fault. Did you do any reference checks on previous work before you partnered with him? Did you meet up in person to validate his personality? Did you google him after speaking
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    by SeanNieuwoudt 16y ago

    Really awesome to hear that! Please do keep us posted on progress :)
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    by SeanNieuwoudt 16y ago

    One more piece of UI advice, the "Tour, Packages & Pricing Sign up!" menu is not visible enough. I find myself constantly looking over it while on pages other than the home page. S
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    by SeanNieuwoudt 16y ago

    Great stuff guys! well done, looking forward to seeing more about SnapBill in the media
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    21 Mistakes Freelancers Should Avoid(isean.co.za)

    4 points by SeanNieuwoudt 17y ago|0 comments