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Podcast: Startups For the Rest of Us
Episode: Episode 788 | Do I Need a Co-founder? And More Listener Questions (with Derrick Reimer)
Description: What are the real risks of AI-generated code and “vibe coding”?
In this episode, Rob Walling is joined once again by fan-favorite Derrick Reimer to answer a fresh batch of listener questions. They dig into solo vs. co-founder trade-offs, managing scope creep, and how integrations can shape early traction.
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Topics we cover:
(2:33) – Do you need a co-founder to succeed in SaaS?
(5:18) – The Risks of AI-Generated Code and “Vibe Coding”
(13:50) – How to manage scope creep as a solo founder
(23:32) – Finding and retaining great contractors
(39:43) – How to build a start...