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Beginner-friendly guides to help you make confident software decisions

Essential Tools
Getting Started

Which Tools Do You Actually Need to Start?

A beginner-friendly guide to building your essential tool stack without overwhelm.

Choosing Tools
Decision Framework

How to Choose Software Tools That Actually Solve Problems

A practical framework for evaluating and choosing software tools that match your real workflow needs without wasting money.

Solo Founder Stack
Tool Stacks

The Essential Tool Stack for Solo Founders

A focused, good‑enough stack you can set up in a weekend to build faster with limited time.

Automation for Founders
Automation

What New Founders Should Automate First (And What They Should Never Automate)

Automate the right 10%: the first wins to set up, what to avoid, and a 90‑minute starter plan.

Team grew past 5 people
Team Operations

Team grew past 5 people? These 3 tools prevent project chaos.

Crossed five people? Use this three‑tool stack and one‑week rollout to stop status sprawl and keep projects moving.

Updated Jan 2026

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