Episode 788 | Do I Need a Co-founder? And More Listener Questions (with Derrick Reimer)

What are the real risks of AI-generated code and “vibe coding”? In this episode, Rob Walling is joined once again by fan-favorite Derrick Reimer to answer a fresh batch of listener questions. They dig into solo vs. co-founder trade-offs, managing scope creep, and how integrations can shape early traction. Want to get your questions answered? Drop them here. Topics we cover:  (2:33) – Do you need a co-founder to succeed in SaaS? (5:18)  – The Risks of AI-Generated Code and “Vibe Coding” (13:50) – How to manage scope creep as a solo founder (23:32) – Finding and retaining great contractors (39:43) – How to build a startup culture with a bias for action Links from the Show:  MicroConf Europe | Istanbul, Sep 28-30, 2025 TinySeed Tales Podcast MicroConf Connect TinySeed Fund SavvyCal Derrick Reimer | LinkedIn Derrick Reimer (@derrickreimer) | X If you have questions about starting or scaling a software business that you’d like for us to cover, please submit your question for an upcoming episode. We’d love to hear from you! Subscribe & Review: iTunes | Spotify

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