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Re:Ask YC: Do you know how to cut down a .caf file? on Thursday December 11, 2008 @04:48PM (#394881)
No worries. There's no clear cut reason for that limitation, it's just there.
Re:Ask YC: Do you know how to cut down a .caf file? on Thursday December 11, 2008 @04:30PM (#394848)
You're only allowed to use .caf, .aif, or .wav files.
Re:Ask YC: Monetization on iPhone App Ad Networks? on Tuesday November 18, 2008 @06:29PM (#368902)
Seems like Video Egg and Pinch Media are meant for established high volume traffic players. AdMob is more for true startups.
Re:Ask YC: Monetization on iPhone App Ad Networks? on Tuesday November 18, 2008 @06:28PM (#368901)
I hear you, so much to do, so little time. That's why I said your app is dangerous. People can easily sit there for a while going through the rumor mill instead of coding:)
Re:Ask YC: Monetization on iPhone App Ad Networks? on Tuesday November 18, 2008 @03:58PM (#368722)
Appreciate your offer, would love to have a few people to compare notes with on this. Right now working on getting our app through the door.

Like your idea - dangerous time consumer!

Re:Ask YC: Monetization on iPhone App Ad Networks? on Tuesday November 18, 2008 @03:23PM (#368660)
I do like their tone so I have written them. I just find it a bit disappointing that these ad networks expect you to sign up without knowing what the advertising rates are.
Re:Ask YC: Mac Text Editors on Friday May 16, 2008 @07:26PM (#192313)
Seems like there's good community support behind VIM/Emacs and TextMate. Though mainly I get a sense that many try a few and settle into one. I think my strategy will be to try VIM or Emacs or both, and if I find the learning curve too high, switch over to TextMate. Thanks!

Ask YC: Mac Text Editors

Posted by nomad on Friday May 16, 2008 @02:14PM
from the self-post dept.

Is it worth paying for Textmate or can I find a free one that will do, like TextWrangler? I'm just starting to learn how to code so I think my needs are pretty basic.

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Re:Ask YC: Would you stay at Yahoo or would you go now? on Thursday May 01, 2008 @04:02PM (#178862)
Also what do you guys think timing wise for an acquisition? It's moving at a far slower pace than I thought, though with such huge companies, I shouldn't be so surprised.
Re:Ask YC: Would you stay at Yahoo or would you go now? on Thursday May 01, 2008 @04:01PM (#178860)
I think Yahoo does have some promising products, but is facing an AOL-ish future of scatteredness. Also, the employees might be patient enough to wait it out, but are the shareholders willing?

Ask YC: Is passion for your field of work important?

Posted by nomad on Monday April 21, 2008 @12:26PM
from the self-post dept.

Curious when you are picking projects, is it enough for you to be passionate about hacking towards a great idea or do you also need passion for your particular field of work?For example, I love travel, so if I came across a project for a law firm enterprise solution, I'm not too inclined to take it on even if I think it makes a lot of sense. I'd rather take on a travel project, even if it...

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Re:Ask YC: Best ways to become socially adept? on Monday April 21, 2008 @11:56AM (#169480)
Not focusing on how you feel socially inept goes a long way. People will cut you some slack if you cut yourself some.

Looking for an UI & Graphics Designer

Posted by nomad on Wednesday April 16, 2008 @11:30AM
from the self-post dept.

We're an online travel company looking for a designer to join our founding team.The team is striving to build an Apple version of online travel -- a site that's fun, engaging, and easy to use for oft-dreaded trip-planning. Really something where the user's process is the focus, not the end goal of booking tickets like most travel sites out there today. More visual communication, information...

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Re:Ask YC: How important is location when your startup isn't looking f... on Tuesday April 15, 2008 @09:41PM (#164753)
I started my company in Seattle and just recently moved to SF -- even though Seattle is extremely tech-friendly, it's still like moving from the countryside into the Big City. Ideas abound, it's like the whole city is involved in a big brainstorming session. Even if you don't need more talent or money (lucky you!), your product benefits.