TECH FOR FOUNDERS
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Who is this course for?
You want to improve your tech skills so that you can produce better product for your startup. Technical founders produce better tech product
You want to avoid technical pitfalls so that you are not held at ransom by dishonest software developers that are looking to take advantage
You want to learn a bit of coding and how to use no-code tools so that you can save up to 50% on unnecessary software development
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5 Key Benefits of Technical Skills for Founders
Maintain Full Ownership of Your Business
Many founders end up giving away a significant portion (20-50%) of their business to a technical co-founder. By learning basic technical skills, you can develop your business on your own until you're in a position to hire a Chief Technical Officer (CTO)
Complete Control Over Your Code and Servers
Often, founders without a technical background are unfamiliar with the whereabouts of their code or how to access their infrastructure (like backend and servers). In the event of a disagreement, your developer could restrict your access.
Avoid Being Exploited by Developers:
It's easy for developers to take advantage of non-technical founders by overcharging or misleading them about development costs, as they're aware of the founder's limited understanding
Enhanced Communication with Investors
Technical knowledge enables you to communicate more effectively with investors, customers, and partners. You can explain your product's technical aspects with clarity, increasing their confidence in your vision and capabilities.
Effective Management of Technical Teams:
Understanding the basics of startup technology enables you to hire, communicate with, and manage a technical team more efficiently. This understanding helps you appreciate the technical challenges your team faces
Empowering non-technical startup founders with essential technical skills and knowledge to build successful, innovative, and secure products.
Additional Essential Reasons:
Cost-Effective Validation of Your Idea:
Fear of technology might lead you to hire a developer immediately to build your product. However, you can actually create it yourself using various no-code tools. This part of the course will guide you on how to use these tools and also how to leverage free or low-cost services (like cheap AWS instances or free Firebase plans) until you're ready to fully launch.
Make Informed Decisions:
Possessing technical knowledge empowers you to make decisions about your technology firsthand, rather than relying on your tech team or co-founder due to a lack of understanding.
Ensure Robust Security:
Having technical know-how helps in putting together essential documentation for security purposes, such as backup/restore plans, disaster recovery strategies, understanding vulnerabilities, conducting penetration tests, code documentation, and other critical policies.
Leverage Cutting-Edge Technologies:
Learn how to implement the latest in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to give your startup a competitive edge.
Improved Quality Assurance:
Understanding the technical nuances of your product allows you to better oversee quality control. You can identify potential issues early and ensure that the product meets both technical standards and customer expectations.
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Dee Odus
Mobile app developer with 10+ years experience, built over 50 basic to complex apps.
Bachelor degree in Computer Science and masters degree in Software Engineering.
Taught over 55,000 prospective iOS developers as an instructor.
Authored courses for Packt Publishing
Microsoft Certified Professional
CTO (Chief Technology Officer) for three different early stage tech startups.
Helped founders in the process of hiring developers and raising investments
REVIEWS
George Bisset
Find My Facilities App
Dee was instrumental in the development of our iOS app and also setup and managed our infrastructure prior to hiring full time developers.
Without his assistance, our project would not have been successful. I highly recommend his service as a mobile developer
Priscilla Mazava
Bridge Housing Solutions
The best thing about working with Dee was that he is able to break down technical solutions to a non-tech founder in a manner in which one can understand, embrace and execute going forward.
Dee allows me to be confident in the decisions that I make. It also allows me to be confident in the work that is being executed by any developer.
Paul Henrique
Pardna App
I am a startup founder of Pardna, a mobile fintech app. There have been multiple times where I have depended on Dee for guidance.
Dee would expertly explain to me the technical feasibility of what I was trying to achieve, walking me through better alternate solutions and the tech that could enable it, in a way that I could completely understand.
RESERVE YOUR SPOT
BASICS
$97 per month
No contract, cancel anytime
Video courses*
Startup Templates
Weekly group coaching
1-1 Coaching
Slack Community
Weekly Q&A Session
STANDARD
$1,999 $999
(Intro pricing)
Lifetime access
Video courses*
Startup Templates
Weekly group coaching
Slack Community
Weekly Q&A Session
Lifetime membership
1-1 Coaching
PREMIUM
$2,999 $1,999
(Intro pricing)
6 months coaching
Video courses*
Startup Templates
Weekly group coaching
1-1 Coaching
Slack Community
Weekly Q&A Session
Lifetime membership
WHAT'S INCLUDED
1. Video courses
Startup Tech Course: This course covers the essential technology concepts every founder should know, including an overview of current tech trends relevant to startups.
No-Code Tools Course: Learn how to use popular no-code platforms to build and test your ideas rapidly without extensive coding knowledge.
Basics of Coding Course: An introductory course on coding fundamentals, ideal for founders looking to understand the technical aspects of their projects.
Mobile Development Course: Learn the fundamentals of mobile app development, including key platforms, tools, and best practices for creating engaging and effective mobile applications.
UI/UX Best Practices Course: This course focuses on user interface and user experience design. It covers the principles of designing user-centric and aesthetically pleasing interfaces, along with techniques for enhancing the overall user experience.
2. Startup Templates:
Tech Stack Recommendations: Get templates suggesting various technology stacks suitable for different kinds of startups.
Disaster Recovery Plan: A template for creating a robust disaster recovery strategy to protect your digital assets.
Security and Vulnerability Guides: Guidelines and checklists to help identify and address potential security vulnerabilities in your startup.
Essential Startup Checklists: Includes checklists for critical aspects like code and server access, backup plans, and code documentation to keep your startup’s technical side organized and secure.
3. Weekly Group Coaching:
Participate in group coaching sessions each week to discuss common challenges, share experiences, and get personalized advice for your startup.
4. Lifetime Membership:
Gain lifetime access to all course materials, updates, and any future content added to the program.
5. Weekly Q&A Session:
Join weekly sessions to ask questions and get direct responses, ensuring continuous learning and problem-solving.
6. 1-on-1 Coaching (Premium users only)
Personalized coaching sessions tailored to your specific needs and challenges, offering in-depth guidance and mentoring.
7. Slack Community:
Access to an exclusive Slack community where you can connect with other entrepreneurs, share experiences, seek advice, and network with peers in the startup ecosystem.
CASE STUDIES
Success Story of Priscilla: Overcoming Challenges to Secure Funding
Background: Priscilla, along with her partner Nicola, embarked on an entrepreneurial journey with Bridge Solution. Their vision materialized into two innovative startups: MyRentRewards and MySocialHousing. However, their initial path was fraught with challenges.
The Challenge: Prior to gaining tech insights, Priscilla’s team faced a major setback. They invested £10,000 in a developer who not only failed to deliver a quality product but also missed crucial deadlines. This left them in a dire situation, with a subpar product and uncertainty about the next steps.
Turning Point: The game-changer for Priscilla and Nicola was embracing the knowledge provided by a tech course for founders. This equipped them with the necessary skills and understanding to navigate the tech landscape of their startups more effectively.
The Outcome: Armed with newfound tech expertise and confidence, Priscilla successfully raised £250,000 in funding for MyRentRewards. This success was further amplified when MySocialHousing secured additional investment from an angel investor. Their journey from a struggling startup to securing significant funding marks a remarkable turnaround, showcasing the power of technical knowledge in the entrepreneurial world.
Paul’s Journey: Building an MVP and Gaining Recognition
Background: Paul, a non-technical startup founder, had a vision for Pardna, an innovative product in the fintech sector. Despite his lack of technical expertise, his determination to bring Pardna to life was unwavering.
The Challenge: The roadblock for Paul was his limited technical know-how, which made the prospect of developing a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) daunting.
The Outcome: The impact of this guidance was profound. Paul successfully created an MVP of Pardna, which not only met his vision but also garnered significant attention. His efforts culminated in a remarkable achievement: Pardna was accepted into the prestigious Bank of America accelerator program in 2021. This recognition served as a testament to Paul’s successful pivot from a non-technical founder to a tech-savvy entrepreneur, illustrating the transformative impact of the right guidance and tech education.