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Shameless plug: I want to do this 100%. I have exhausted every single person I know who codes for the passed 4 years. It pretty much comes down to "They don't want to do the work and are completely happy in their current job".

If anyone is interested, I would love to be your co-founder.

I have built several websites. I am experienced in both C# and Java. Ive built several Android Apps. I know DBs like the back of my hand and I have DRIVE.

I have an amazing idea. Ya of course everyone says that, but I really do. Its a total niche idea and it has the ability to make money from both users and sponsors alike through subscriptions and sales from the application. I am currently iterating the idea my self through the night, but would love for someone to jump on board. This niche is supported by well over 1000 groups willing to pay good money. There is no competition to the point I want to bring the idea.

I want to apply, but I am totally a Solo here. Anyone want to co-found an idea? I want someone who is 100% ready to jump in.

Contact me.

spoiledtechie with gmail

For the love of God, take your time to find a co-founder. I entered YC as a single founder, and ended up finding a co-founder half way through, it'll happen when it's the right time.

YC looks for amazing teams, they can tell if you just joined up with someone last week and have no clue about one another.

Wait, I don't get it. If you have such skills and an idea that you truly believe in why haven't you started coding it yet? It doesn't have to be much, perhaps you can't even do all of it yourself, but you should at least TRY. If your skills with C#/Java/DBs aren't an exaggeration, I don't see any reason why you shouldn't at least start.

It's great that you're looking for a co-founder, this is a great start, but just don't jump head first into a relationship without getting to know them first. You should keep doing what you've been doing by meeting up with a lot of potential co-founders, discussing your idea, gauging their enthusiasm, skillset, and how well you think you'll get along.

"I am currently iterating the idea my self through the night"

Do not wait. A great cofounder is more likely to come along if you build it.

Don't you think that some people would be hesitant to join a startup as a cofounder with a product already in development?

Personally, I would be hesitant to join a startup as a cofounder with another cofounder who hadn't shown the initiative to begin necessary work as early as possible, regardless of circumstance.

It doesn't matter. Good co-founders are much more sensitive to the fact that you pitch your "great idea" and still haven't done anything about it -- based on experience organizing a co-founders meetup for two years now.

No. Actually these may be people who are very interested in startuping, but do not want to make the first jump.

Hustle a co-founder on community sites (e.g. Forrst). I did (http://forr.st/~1rG) and it worked out wonderfully. If you want a co-founder, you have to go out and find one (especially if you want a good one).

What is your amazing idea? http://www.humbledmba.com/startups-in-stealth-mode-need-one-...

why haven't you built it yet ? The probability of being accepted as a solo founder would be greater, if you have a product and have traction if its an amazing idea.

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