pseudorocker

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by pseudorocker 13y ago
Source? Most tech companies I've worked at here in the Bay Area have either a few contracted engineers in developing countries for a reduced rate, or contact with foreign firms that have very low rates. It's a global market, man.
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by pseudorocker 14y ago
That's the plan! We're having fun and learning. And Mother's Day is also right around the corner...
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by pseudorocker 14y ago
Alright free squares implemented at www.1millionvalentines.com. We're looking at misc. non-profit partners as well. Thanks again. Go grab one :)
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by pseudorocker 14y ago
It is incredibly unlikely a subtle tweak in the image improved anything, unless performance was terrible before. No?
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by pseudorocker 14y ago
Hey these are awesome ideas! Haven't changed the plan yet, still noodling over it all. I agree with your points. We're treating this as more of a prototype / MVP / test the waters. I think we're going to proceed with the free plan (similar
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by pseudorocker 14y ago
You would be blessed to get 5%! Standard from what I see in early stage startups in Silicon Valley... I'd shoot for 1%, and be happy with 0.5%. Dirty secret of the Valley: You only get rich if you are a co-founder, or join the next Google.
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by pseudorocker 14y ago
What's your role gonna be? Will you have a Founder title? That will completely inform the answer. Joining as a co-founder or President? Go big, 5-10%. An exec? Aim for 3-8%. An Engineer or other role? 1-3%. And of course, always ask for mor
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by pseudorocker 14y ago
Clever. I like that. Heart Disease seems especially applicable. Thanks!
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by pseudorocker 14y ago
Just the built-in Google Chat (we use Gmail to power our email).
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by pseudorocker 14y ago
Thanks for the feedback! And yup, we're being up front with it all (re: name, etc.). Seems like charity path might be the best way to try something like this (and do some good in the world).
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by pseudorocker 14y ago
No plans currently. Do you think that would help with someone buying a digital Valentines? Please lemme know if you have any suggestions of relevant charities!
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by pseudorocker 14y ago
Good questions / concerns. Yup scrolling works, but as well, if one shares a specific Valentine, then it will appear auto-popped / enlarged. As for the value, the thinking is this is a public showing of one's affection, and real estate is l
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Show HN: Please Review Our Project "1 Million Valentines"
5 points by pseudorocker 14y ago|16 comments
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by pseudorocker 14y ago
Thank you that's helpful! And totally makes sense.
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Ask HN: Should I do a "Show HN" or a "Review My Startup"?
1 points by pseudorocker 14y ago|2 comments
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by pseudorocker 14y ago
We've found it's easiest to just ask for email adress twice in the initial form (and try to prevent pasting for the second field). Works pretty darn well. Email confirmation is a hassle to build and often for users to act on, from our exper
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by pseudorocker 14y ago
Sorry for the late followup. I had and still have. Sloppy wording on my part :)
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by pseudorocker 14y ago
Nice site! The content shines through, so I immediately got excited. Two suggestions... On the movie detail page, please put the trailer above the fold. That's what I came for. As well, possible to include links to Netflix so I can stream/o
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by pseudorocker 14y ago
I see a link. Maybe they just added it? Or maybe you're saying the linked article is not the O.G. source.
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by pseudorocker 14y ago
Most studies on social media (FB in particular) suggest the best time for exposure is... Well here's a good article on it! http://allfacebook.com/socialcode-best-practices-engagement_... Hope that helps (at least with the social media ang
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by pseudorocker 14y ago
I had the same attitude you do (not a criticism, just a fact) and I enrolled in a mindfulness course in grad school. I, too, an not very spiritual, and I tried my best, to no avail. I think some personalities types are more prone to embrace
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by pseudorocker 14y ago
Birchbox and ipsy appear to be doing quite well, in terms of sheer scale. But yes, it seems like 2012 was the Year of the Subscription, and most are floundering, gone, or have switch business models (I am actively watching the space). Just