The Founder's Reading List

The Best Books for Startup Founders

A curated directory of books on business strategy, fundraising, growth, leadership, marketing, product and customer development — plus founder biographies — organized by topic so you can pick the right read for the stage you're at.

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Working in Public: The Making and Maintenance of Open Source Software

An examination of modern open source software development by Nadia Eghbal that explores how the dynamics of open source have evolved over the past two decades. Drawing on hundreds of developer interviews and platform analyses, the book reveals insights applicable to all individual creators on the internet.

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Extreme Programming Explained

"Extreme Programming Explained" by Kent Beck is described by Babak Nivi (founder of AngelList and Venture Hacks) as revelatory. The book advocates developing products using extreme programming practices unless the founder has specific superior experience.

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Don't Hire a Software Developer Until You Read this Book

K.N. Kukoyi's guide is essential for tech startup founders, offering insights into hiring software developers and managing tech projects effectively. It's a practical resource for navigating the complexities of tech entrepreneurship.

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