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The state of VC within software and AI startups – with Peter Walker

The Pragmatic Engineer

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Navigating Venture Capital in Startups

This chapter explores the changing landscape of venture capital funding for software and AI startups, highlighting significant delays between funding rounds and the rising expectations for achieving product-market fit. It discusses the emotional struggles faced by founders balancing growth with financial stability, as well as the shift in perceptions of risk within the startup ecosystem. The chapter also emphasizes the essential skills and evaluation processes for engineers considering roles in VC-backed startups, stressing the importance of both technical expertise and a broader understanding of business dynamics.

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