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Insights

What we are learning while building companies.

Operating lessons, company progress, and points of view from Ide8 Partners, Founder Fellows, and the Co-Foundry.

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AI operating systems

The Zero Build Movement

Software has become cheap to create. The scarce product now is everything that comes after: operation, accountability, and proof.

July 18, 20266 min read
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AI operating systems

The 7 a.m. Test

Anyone can pass the demo. The real exam starts after launch.

July 18, 20265 min read
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Governed AI

Show Your Work

In the age of generated software, the record is the product.

July 18, 20265 min read
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Founders

Your Code Assistant Is Not Your Tech Team

Founders can build a prototype faster than ever. Launching a real product is still a team sport.

July 18, 20266 min read