How to Make Sure You Own Your Code, Domain and Hosting
Before you hire a developer, open these accounts in your own name. What GitHub is, how to create a repository, and how to invite someone without losing control.
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My Developer Says It All Has to Be Rebuilt
A new developer says your app is garbage and has to be rebuilt from scratch. Sometimes that's true and sometimes it's a sales pitch. How to tell which.
• 10 min read
My Developer Ghosted Me
Your developer has disappeared. No calls, no email, and your app is half built. What to secure first, what to do if they hold the logins, and what's next.
• 8 min read
I Think My Developer Is Lying to Me
You can't read the code, so you can't check what you're told. How to tell if your developer is lying without learning to program, and what to do next.
• 12 min read
Why ChatGPT Can't Build Your MVP for You
AI tools are incredible for prototyping, but writing code is the easy part. Building, hosting, securing, and maintaining software still requires human skill.
• 11 min read
What Happens After Your Offshore MVP Is "Done"
The offshore MVP failure pattern I see repeatedly: unusable code, no documentation, security gaps, and a rebuild that costs more than doing it right.
• 16 min read
Your Startup Doesn't Have to Be Software
The tech startup narrative dominates, but software isn't the answer for everyone. Without a tech background, it might be the hardest path, not the smartest.
• 8 min read
How Much Does an MVP Actually Cost?
Real numbers on MVP development costs in 2026. What affects pricing, what you're actually paying for, and how to think about the investment.
• 11 min read