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    Comment #27972586

    They don't. They can fork the "apache v2" version and start adding non apache v2 code given they are the primary contributor. If they own the trademark, they can call the new forke…

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    Comment #27971998

    Everyone who thinks that because Matrix is Apache v2 license, it will remain permissive open source is ignoring the reality of an active project. If Matrix changes license tomorrow…

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    Comment #22934922

    Have anyone used both https://redwoodjs.com and Nextjs and share their experience?

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    Comment #22927460

    How many companies from those late applications get accepted every batch?

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    Comment #22882111

    Thanks for the detailed response. In that regard, it is like Kong. What is the difference between Kong vs Gloo? Kong is based on nginx which is rock solid.

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    Comment #22878721

    Why not just use Istio and Knative? Also Project contour can do the same as an api Gateway. What's the difference?

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    Comment #22277779

    Finally a non-sponsored article on the newstack.

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    Comment #22233175

    As a naive user, I could never understood what sandstorm really is. Does it run apps locally? How does it work in general?

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    Comment #21512411

    There are a few rules: - Don't be a solo founder, no body is going to fund you. Your idea may be crappy, you can pivot. But solo founder is a big no no, unless you are successful f…

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    Comment #21392127

    How can you trust a company like GitLab whose default decision is always bad and then they change direction after public outcry. Either they don't think before they make decisions …

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    Comment #21365741

    [flagged]

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    Comment #20120154

    How is this a billion $ business? I've been rejected by YC a number of times, even though we have lots of docker downloads. So, I am just curious, what worked in this case.

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    Ask HN: Does YC ask for option pool and pro-rata rights for their standard deal?

    I have received an angel investment offer from an incubator in SV. They are offering 125K at 4m valuation using original YC safe style docs. They have asked for pro-rata rights, 10…

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    Comment #11668436

    Some history from Linus himself https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XpnKHJAok8

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    Comment #11662004

    Is yc going to return their stake in Zenefits? Sama & co always seem to be pretty big on ethics. Or, are they going stop talking about Zenefits and forget them? What Zenefits did i…

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    Comment #10907711

    yeah. This was the tweet.

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    Comment #10906793

    FWIW, it is coming from the very top. https://twitter.com/solomonstre/status/687773282104287232

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    Comment #9172324

    Ironic? https://www.techdirt.com/articles/20130115/17343321692/why-a...

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    Comment #8988522

    Having a large market share in third world countries who won't buy your app isn't much of a win. >> ask Whatsapp. :)

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    Comment #8675859

    Am I the only one who thought this was a GitHub product from the LnF of their website?

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    Comment #8640384

    Thanks for the detailed answer. "If you have an LLC and want to take investment, it is relatively straightforward to convert to a C Corp if its early enough in the company's lifesp…

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    Comment #8639984

    I am certain that you pay taxes on revenue, not on profit.

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    Comment #8639908

    My understanding is that if you form a C Corp, then you have to pay corporation tax and then your personal income tax. With LLC you can avoid that. Probably not an issue if you are…

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    Comment #8639866

    If you are a permanent resident living in SV and want to build a developer team in your home country, what is the best way to structure the company? I understand that it is best to…

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    Comment #8639845

    If you are bootstrapping, does it make sense to start as a Delware LLC to keep your tax liability at a minimum and then switch to Delware C Corp when you raise funding?