Coffee Time - An Open Startup Founder Story

Updated: 18 Sep 2023 • 38 episodes
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"Coffee Time - An Open Startup Founder Story" is a candid, daily podcast that takes you on a journey through the journey of building an open tech startup in South Africa. Your host, an open startup founder, shares his unique experiences of building a business in public. No topic is off-limits, from triumphs to trials, the mundane to the exciting. The podcast delves into the nuances of open-source, accessibility, web development, community building, and education. It's a space where mistakes become lessons, and challenges transform into inspiration. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned business owner, or simply curious about the startup scene, this podcast offers valuable insights and sparks thought-provoking conversations. So, grab your coffee and join us as we navigate the open startup landscape, one day at a time.

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In this episode, Schalk Neethling discusses the potential future of web development, emphasizing the underutilized power of the open web platform over popular frameworks. He shares his thoughts on understanding and exploring the web platform before opting for frameworks. Schalk also introduces his Patreon page, and tow

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In this "Coffee Time" podcast episode, the host shares their journey of resuming the podcast and venturing into indie creation. They discuss the challenges of post-production, emphasizing the importance of time management and financial planning in sustaining a business. The host also shares personal productivity tips,

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Welcome to episode 35 of the journey. It’s been a while. 😃 Ever tried to close a store account and felt like you were trying to escape a labyrinth? Join me as I share my personal and rather frustrating experience with modern technology that's supposed to simplify life but often complicates it. This is a bit of a rant

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Welcome to episode 35 of the journey. It’s been a while. 😃 This is a quick check-in to update you all on where I am and invite everyone to the first meetup of the Indie Founders Support Group. LinksSeth Godin — The Pursuit of Meaning, Choosing Your Attitude, Overcoming Rejection, and MoreHow To GET STARTED, GET UNSTUC

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Welcome to day 34 of the journey. It’s been a while. 😃 It is not that I did not have the time to record, but that I would not have had the time to publish. I am also not sure whether I will post daily going forward. I am thinking maybe twice per week, and then some extra episodes here and there. I am deep into the wee

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Welcome to day 33 of the journey. In this episode, I discuss some of the challenges faced when building an MVP, the notion of throw-away code, and how often the "throw-away" code becomes the code you need to maintain. Mechanical Ink Studio PodcastsThe Mechanical Ink podcastThe Mycelium Network PodcastMental Health in T

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