Explore the modern engineering lifecycle for AI-first products. Learn how AI-native developers transition from rapid prototypes to hardened architectures, automated evals, and scalable LLMOps.
Michael Melnyk·A Founding Engineer takes your startup from 0 to 1, building the core MVP and setting up technical architecture. Here is what the role covers, equity vs rate benchmarks, and how to hire.
Michael Melnyk·The best small business startup ideas solve one expensive, repetitive problem for an underserved niche. Here are 7 high-probability tech concepts, realistic MVP budgets, and how to build them with an independent developer.
Michael Melnyk·Building a startup MVP succeeds by solving one painful problem for one customer profile on a strict 8-week timeline, avoiding agency markups and premature feature bloat.
Michael Melnyk·Startup hiring fails on sequence, not sourcing: founders hire too much, too early, or through the wrong channel. This guide covers the hiring process, platforms, first key roles, and when contractors beat employees.
Michael Melnyk·A Lovable developer should turn your AI prototype into software your business can operate: reviewed code, real data, working integrations, and a handover you control. This guide covers rates, vetting, and the Lovable-specific ownership details.
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Your product idea is clear, but you cannot judge the code. Use a paid pilot and observable acceptance checks to choose your first developer.
Michael Melnyk·Describe the task, the stack or the problem. We connect you directly with developers who have shipped it before.