This Week in Startups E1040: Figma CEO & Co-Founder Dylan Field shares insights on crucial moments in Figma’s creation, overcoming SaaS burnout, active vs. passive user-pricing, getting Greylock & Sequoia to invest after they initially passed & more!
Mar 27, 2020
Dylan Field, CEO and co-founder of Figma, shares his journey in the world of collaborative design tools. He discusses the pivotal role of WebGL in Figma's creation and the flourishing of ChromeOS in schools. Dylan also dives into the challenges of SaaS pricing, highlighting the importance of transparency and user trust. He reflects on Figma's rapid feature releases and how remote work has reshaped insights into team performance. Plus, learn about the company’s funding journey and the lessons learned from initial rejections by major investors.
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WebGL's Importance
- WebGL, allowing GPU access in browsers, was crucial for Figma's creation.
- It enabled complex design tools to perform efficiently online.
ChromeOS's Potential
- ChromeOS's success in schools demonstrates its potential for wider adoption.
- Its ease of use, security, and seamless integration with Google accounts make it a hidden gem.
Figma's Vision and Competition
- Figma aims to make design accessible to everyone, competing with Adobe and Sketch.
- It differentiates itself by offering collaborative, browser-based design tools.