When you're launching a startup, your tech stack is more than just code and servers, it’s the foundation for speed, maintainability, hiring, costs, and culture. Pick poorly, and you’ll be refactoring, patching, and losing team morale. Pick well, and things (mostly) go smoothly, letting you focus on product and growth. Below are ideas, trade-offs, what’s trending among startups today, what fits for lean teams, and what you might want to avoid. Toward the end, I'll also share what works...

When remote hiring became mainstream, it felt like a win-win for everyone. Companies could tap into global talent, save on overhead, and scale faster. Engineers could skip the commute, work from anywhere, and access global opportunities without relocating. But years into the remote revolution, we’re realizing something important: hiring remotely isn’t just about filling roles, it’s about sustaining them. Because remote work, while empowering, can also be isolating. Retention dips. Burnout...

Hiring remote software engineers from Africa has become a major growth trend for U.S. startups because it unlocks various benefits. They include access to eager talent, cost advantages, and diverse perspectives. But “remote Africa” doesn’t mean “just like hiring within your state”. There are legal, cultural, technical, and operational pieces you’ve got to think through to avoid surprises. Fail to check these, and what starts as a bargain can turn into a headache. Here are the 6 must-checks...