Ask HN: Tiny startup looking for an adviser
Other than that we are very quietly working on a consumer facing application. One that is related to Email and Social Networks. And a lot of APIs and stuff. Now we have a broad concept but to be honest this is our first product on our own. Currently I am the only developer, I come from a PHP/HTML background. Please do not start beating me for that. I am a self learner and have been doing web development for at least 6 years now, I am willing to learn what is needed to get a beta out. Our stack is a mix of Python, PHP, MongoDB, jQuery, Backbone, and others.
It is crucial for us to think of data security and also discuss our applications' possibilities with someone. If someone with experience in building large API mashups, Email applications (mobile or web clients) wants to help us that will be awesome. Of course you already guessed we can not pay a consultancy fee. But if you find the concepts valuable, then we will be more than happy to bring you in with equity if you guide us.
Other steps we are taking include connecting to RackSpace, SoftLayer, AWS for hosting credits as part of their startup programs. This a major cost and we need a sponsor. Startups.fm is similarly our means to get connected to entrepreneurs or investors across the world.
Note: We have applied to YC, Startup Chile; will apply to TechStars and others. But there are no guarantees. We have very limited funds and need to get a closed beta that users will appreciate. We believe if we surprise (in a good way) ~1200 beta users, the next tasks will be easier.
Please also note we have no issues with having more than one adviser.