How to do a Hackathon - Building a Software Startup in 4 Days (Part 3)

In this episode of Founders Weekly, Heini Zachariassen and Hassan Bazzi discuss their experiences building Just Release in just 4 four days. They explore the importance of managing dependencies, maintaining team dynamics, validating ideas, and the significance of clear communication and scope management. The conversation highlights the challenges faced during the hackathon, the strategies employed to overcome them, and the lessons learned about product development and teamwork. In this conversation, Heini Zachariassen discusses the strategies and experiences from the hackathon, focusing on marketing tactics, customer engagement, and the importance of momentum. He emphasizes the significance of using platforms like Reddit for promotion, the value of a waitlist for generating interest, and the lessons learned about dependencies and team dynamics. The conversation culminates in reflections on the success of the hackathon and considerations for future projects.

Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3TvUeal
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Just Release: http://www.justrelease.ai

Host: Heini Zachariassen
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heini/

Guests:
Hassan Bazzi
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/habazzi/

Chapters
05:48 Identifying Blockers and Validation Strategies
09:14 The Importance of Scope and User Journey
12:01 Communication and Team Readiness
13:54 Building Momentum and Overcoming Challenges
20:11 Daily Structure and Communication Milestones
23:57 Maximizing Hackathon Impact
30:09 Building Momentum and Discipline
34:46 Achieving Validation Through Customer Engagement
37:07 Reflections on the Hackathon Experience
40:58 Future Prospects and Next Steps

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