YC's Journal

Aug 4, 2026

How to Apply to Y Combinator

Learn what Y Combinator looks for in startup applications, from clear communication to matter-of-fact answers that stand out to investors.

Aug 4, 2026

YC's Spring Tour 2022

YC's 2022 Spring Outreach Tour features virtual talks with founders and alumni across global cities, plus admissions sessions and AWS credits for attendees.

Aug 4, 2026

Demo Day Tips

Essential guidance for Demo Day attendees, covering invitations, technical setup, handshake protocols, and investment documentation.

Aug 4, 2026

YC’s Spring Tour 2021

Y Combinator's 2021 Spring Outreach Tour connects founders and aspiring entrepreneurs virtually across universities and cities worldwide.

Aug 4, 2026

Meet YC's Newest Visiting Partners

Discover nine exceptional founders joining Y Combinator as Visiting Partners, bringing expertise from successful startups and scaled companies.

Aug 4, 2026

YC's latest Request for Startups

Explore YC's newest Request for Startups featuring 20 startup categories from machine learning to healthcare innovation that YC partners want to fund.

Aug 4, 2026

YC's Go-To-Market Jobs Expo is March 18th

Discover YC's Go-To-Market Jobs Expo on March 18th, featuring 20+ well-funded startups hiring for sales, marketing, and operations roles.

Aug 4, 2026

YC's First Virtual IIT Tour

Y Combinator hosts virtual talks at seven Indian IITs featuring YC partners and alumni founders sharing startup insights and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Aug 4, 2026

YC’s First Lightning Tech Talks Series & Hiring Event on September 10

Join YC founders for lightning tech talks on software tooling and SaaS on September 10th, with networking opportunities and open engineering roles.

Aug 4, 2026

YC’s Fall Tour 2021

Y Combinator's virtual Fall Tour 2021 features talks with partners, investors, and alumni across universities and cities worldwide. Learn about startups and apply for YC Winter 2022.

Aug 4, 2026

YC’s Fall Tour 2020

Y Combinator's fall 2020 virtual tour visits cities worldwide to connect founders with YC partners, alumni, and startup insights.

Aug 4, 2026

YC W22 Virtual Demo Day

YC's 34th Demo Day features 43 countries of founders presenting startups across fintech, SaaS, Web3, and more on March 29-30, 2022.

Aug 4, 2026

YC’s $500,000 Standard Deal

Y Combinator announces a new $500,000 standard investment deal for accepted startups, combining $125,000 for 7% equity and $375,000 on an uncapped safe.

Aug 4, 2026

YC’s 1st Health and Bio Summit

Y Combinator's inaugural Health and Bio Summit in San Francisco on October 21, 2022, featuring healthcare founders, investors, and startup advice.

Aug 4, 2026

Y Combinator

Explore Y Combinator blog posts featuring insights from startup founders, investors, and executives on scaling companies and building successful businesses.

Aug 4, 2026

YC World

Explore YC World, an interactive map showing Y Combinator founder locations and alumni networks across 53+ countries worldwide.

Aug 4, 2026

YC Winter 2025 batch applications due by Tuesday, November 12, 2024

YC Winter 2025 batch applications close Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 8PM PT. Apply now for the January to March program.

Aug 4, 2026

YC Winter 2020 Batch Stats

Explore Y Combinator's Winter 2020 batch statistics, featuring 197 companies across 32 countries with detailed founder demographics and industry categories.

Aug 4, 2026

YC W17 Launch: Wifi.com.ng

Wifi.com.ng, a Y Combinator W17 company, provides uncapped internet access via solar-powered base stations across Lagos, Nigeria.

Aug 4, 2026

YC W21 Remote Batch

Learn about Y Combinator's W21 remote batch program, featuring enhanced software tools, expanded office hours, and virtual Demo Day opportunities for founders.

Aug 4, 2026

YC W17 Launch: Credy, Upcall, and Kangpe

Discover YC W17 batch companies Credy, Upcall, and Kangpe launching with detailed Q&A insights into their business models and solutions.

Aug 4, 2026

Meet top founders at YC Tech Talks: Healthcare

Join YC founders discussing healthtech innovations, MVP development, and technology solutions transforming healthcare on May 4 via Zoom.

Aug 4, 2026

Inaugural YC Top Companies List by Revenue

Explore Y Combinator's inaugural ranking of top companies by 2022 net revenue, featuring 50 high-growth startups across multiple sectors.

Aug 4, 2026

Congratulations to the 2023 YC Top Companies!

Explore the 2023 Y Combinator Top Companies list, featuring over 290 private companies, 33 exits, and 16 public companies valued at $150M+.

Aug 4, 2026

YC Top Companies List - 2018

Explore Y Combinator's top 100 companies by valuation as of October 2018, featuring billion-dollar startups and fastest-growing alumni.

Aug 4, 2026

Y Combinator Top Companies

Explore Y Combinator's ranked list of top-performing companies sorted by valuation, featuring over 125 companies valued at $150M and 25 unicorns.

Aug 4, 2026

Announcing the YC Summer Conference

Join the YC Summer Conference on June 17, 2023 in Mountain View for students interested in startups, featuring keynotes from Y Combinator founders and networking opportunities.

Aug 4, 2026

Y Combinator’s (Virtual) Summer Career Expo - June 8th

Y Combinator hosts a virtual Summer Career Expo on June 8th at 4 pm PT, featuring 40+ vetted startups hiring engineers, PMs, and designers.

Aug 4, 2026

YC Summer 2021 Batch Stats

Comprehensive statistics on Y Combinator's Summer 2021 batch of 377 companies, including geographic distribution, industry breakdown, and founder demographics.

Aug 4, 2026

YC Summer 2020 Batch Stats

Explore statistics and insights from Y Combinator's Summer 2020 batch, featuring 198 companies across 26 countries with detailed founder demographics and industry categories.

Aug 4, 2026

YC S22 Virtual Demo Day

YC's 35th Demo Day features 30 countries of founders presenting startups across open source, AI, fintech, and more on September 7-8, 2022.

Aug 4, 2026

Announcing Y Combinator's Spring 2022 Tech Hiring Event

Join Bam for an in-person tech hiring event on March 8th at Y Combinator's San Francisco office featuring nine YC-backed startups recruiting engineers and technical talent.

Aug 4, 2026

YC S20 Remote Batch

Learn about Y Combinator's S20 remote batch decision during COVID-19, featuring virtual interviews, office hours, and online founder community support.

Aug 4, 2026

YC S21 Virtual Demo Day

YC's 33rd Demo Day features founders from 46+ countries presenting innovative startups across healthcare, fintech, consumer, and B2B sectors live on Zoom.

Aug 4, 2026

YC Research: Universal Healthcare

YC Research funds Watsi's project to study technology solutions for improving healthcare quality and reducing costs globally through operational efficiency.

Aug 4, 2026

YC S20 Interviews in Western Europe

Y Combinator hosting in-person interviews in Western Europe May 12-14, 2020 for Summer 2020 batch startups.

Aug 4, 2026

YC S20 Interviews in Brazil

Y Combinator hosting interviews in São Paulo May 16-18, 2020 for South American startups applying to the Summer 2020 batch.

Aug 4, 2026

YC S20 Interviews in India

Y Combinator is hosting Summer 2020 interviews in Bangalore from May 12-14 for Indian startups seeking funding and mentorship.

Aug 4, 2026

YC Research

Explore YC Research's mission to fund long-term innovation projects that startups cannot pursue, now operating independently as OpenResearch.

Aug 4, 2026

YC Partners With Atomwise to Fund More Bio Companies

Y Combinator partners with Atomwise to fund biotech startups through the AIMS Awards program, offering free drug discovery services and accelerated YC application pathways.

Aug 4, 2026

YC Meetup on Building Open Source Software Startups

Join Y Combinator's April 11th reception in San Francisco featuring top open source founders including Docker, Apollo GraphQL, and Citus Data co-founders discussing OSS startup best practices.

Aug 4, 2026

YC Jobs Series: Women Eng in Startups

YC and Elpha host a month-long program connecting women engineers with fast-growing startups through weekly sessions, mentorship, and interview opportunities.

Aug 4, 2026

YC is back in person

Michael Seibel discusses the S22 batch returning in person, founder trends, relocation patterns, economic conditions, and YC's new standard deal.

Aug 4, 2026

YC in the UK

Y Combinator visits London, Cambridge, Imperial, and Oxford in April and May 2024 with talks from Paul Graham and YC partners.

Aug 4, 2026

YC hiring events (all virtual) to network with founders and find your next job

Attend virtual YC hiring events to network with founders and discover open roles at well-funded startups actively recruiting.

Aug 4, 2026

YC’s Health & Bio Summit is coming to SF in December

YC's Health & Bio Summit brings together founders and investors in healthcare and biotech for talks, networking, and insights on December 6, 2023 in San Francisco.

Aug 4, 2026

YC @ HBCUs

Learn about Y Combinator's HBCU event featuring founder panels and startup insights from YC alumni entrepreneurs.

Aug 4, 2026

YC Has Changed

Michael Seibel explores how Y Combinator has evolved over 13 years, from email-based advice to modern software tools and expanded support systems.

Aug 4, 2026

YC Happy Hour at JP Morgan Healthcare Conference 2024

Join Bam for a YC happy hour during the JP Morgan Healthcare Conference on January 9 in San Francisco with appetizers and drinks.

Aug 4, 2026

YC Happy Hour at the JP Morgan Healthcare Conference

Join Bam for a YC happy hour during the JP Morgan Healthcare Conference in San Francisco on January 10, featuring appetizers and drinks for founders and investors.

Aug 4, 2026

YC Generative AI Co-Founder Meetup

Join YC's virtual generative AI co-founder meetup on December 17th to connect with entrepreneurs and find your ideal startup partner.

Aug 4, 2026

YC Founder Firesides: Gusto on building for new verticals

Listen to Gusto co-founder Tomer London discuss embedded finance, building for new customer segments, and scaling payroll infrastructure across verticals.

Aug 4, 2026

YC Founder Firesides: Mutiny on AI and the next era of company growth

Listen to Y Combinator founder Jaleh Rezaei discuss Mutiny's AI platform, recent acquisition strategy, and insights on conversion optimization for B2B growth.

Aug 4, 2026

YC Founder Firesides: Brex on spend and speed as a strategy

Brex Co-CEO Henrique Dubugras discusses launching Brex Empower, a spend management platform designed to help scaling startups balance financial discipline with startup speed.

Aug 4, 2026

YC Fireside and Office Hours at Harvard - Feb 11

Join YC partner Aaron Harris for a fireside chat and office hours at Harvard on February 11, discussing startup insights and entrepreneurship.

Aug 4, 2026

75 YC Companies Hiring Now!

Discover 75 Y Combinator companies actively hiring with founder contact information and job board access to find your next startup role.

Aug 4, 2026

YC Fall 2024 batch applications due by 8/27

YC Fall 2024 batch applications are now open and due by August 27 at 8PM PT. The program begins September 29 in San Francisco with Demo Day in early December.

Aug 4, 2026

YC Edtech Night on October 17

Join free YC Edtech Night featuring Y Combinator and Imagine K12 founders sharing startup advice and office hours with YC partners.

Aug 4, 2026

YC ClimateTech Co-Founder Meetup

Join the first YC ClimateTech Co-Founder Meetup on October 29, 2022, featuring YC founders and speed-dating sessions for startup co-founders.

Aug 4, 2026

YC Career Coaching

Y Combinator launches free career coaching for job seekers applying to top startup roles with resume review, live AMAs, and personalized job recommendations.

Aug 4, 2026

YC China + Qi Lu

Sam Altman announces Qi Lu joining YC to launch and run YC China, combining Silicon Valley and Chinese entrepreneurial innovation.

Aug 4, 2026

YC Build Sprint Winter 2021

Join the YC Build Sprint Winter 2021, a four-week intensive program running February 15 to March 14 with mentorship, feedback, and accountability from YC partners.

Aug 4, 2026

YC Bio Tour - 2020

Y Combinator's 2020 biotech and healthcare founder tour visits universities nationwide with fireside chats and office hours led by YC partners.

Aug 4, 2026

YC at Grace Hopper

Y Combinator hosts panels, office hours, and a happy hour at Grace Hopper Celebration 2019, featuring female founders and startup leaders.

Aug 4, 2026

YC Alumni Who Paid It Forward

Stories of Y Combinator founders who generously mentored and supported fellow alumni, sharing their experiences of paying it forward within the startup community.

Aug 4, 2026

YC and Ginkgo Bioworks announce new partnership for synthetic biology startups

YC and Ginkgo Bioworks announce a new partnership offering synthetic biology startups access to cell programming technology on an equity basis.

Aug 4, 2026

YC Application Advice from African Startups

Nigerian and Ghanaian Y Combinator alumni share insights on applying to YC, from overcoming fears to avoiding common mistakes.

Aug 4, 2026

YC Jobs Series: Women Engineers in Startups

Explore YC's second annual Women Engineers in Startups program, a 3-week series connecting female engineers with startup founders, hiring managers, and career-building opportunities.

Aug 4, 2026

YC Alum Advice for Managing Remote Teams

Learn best practices for managing remote teams from Y Combinator alumni leaders at GitLab, Zapier, Mattermost, and other successful companies.

Aug 4, 2026

YC AI

Y Combinator launches a dedicated AI vertical with specialized support, cloud credits, and expert mentorship for startups building machine learning solutions across industries.

Aug 4, 2026

Y Combinator Top Companies - August 2022

Explore Y Combinator's August 2022 top companies list, featuring 316 private companies valued at $150M or more, with sector breakdowns and growth statistics.

Aug 4, 2026

YC 120

YC 120 brings together 120 curious innovators for a weekend conference in Colorado, April 26-28, exploring emerging fields like gene editing, AGI, and nuclear fusion.

Aug 4, 2026

Y Combinator Top Companies - February 2022

Explore Y Combinator's February 2022 list of top-performing companies valued at $150M+, including breakthrough companies and global expansion insights.

Aug 4, 2026

Work with us: Looking for great people to join YC's software & community teams

Y Combinator is hiring product engineers, community managers, and content specialists to grow its software and community programs in 2020.

Aug 4, 2026

Women Engineers in Startups: Tess's Story

Read Tess Huelskamp's experience joining Middesk as an early engineer after participating in YC's Women Engineers in Startups program.

Aug 4, 2026

Why you shouldn't copy your tech idols

Explore why blindly following successful tech leaders' advice can be misleading and how context shapes career strategies differently.

Aug 4, 2026

Why would you work at a startup in an economic downturn?

Explore three compelling reasons to join a startup during economic uncertainty, from impactful roles to mission-driven opportunities with YC companies.

Aug 4, 2026

Why you really DO need a technical co-founder

Explore why VC-funded tech startups need technical co-founders and how to recruit one to build the next big thing.

Aug 4, 2026

Why would you start a startup in an economic downturn?

Explore why economic downturns present unique opportunities for startup founders, with insights on building resilient companies and investor strategy.

Aug 4, 2026

Why Does Your Company Deserve More Money?

Michael Seibel explores why startups must achieve product-market fit before raising additional funding and scaling operations.

Aug 4, 2026

When should a founder trust gut instincts?

Explore when founders should trust their instincts versus gathering input, and how expertise shapes decision-making in building products.

Aug 4, 2026

Building Confidence In Yourself and Your Ideas

Explore how founders can develop conviction in their ideas while avoiding common pitfalls of self-doubt and constant pivoting.

Aug 4, 2026

Why do investors say you need a business co-founder?

Explore why investors recommend technical founders partner with business-focused co-founders and what expertise matters most for startup success.

Aug 4, 2026

What startup hiring looks like in 2021

Explore 2021 startup hiring trends, remote work growth, and how digital nomads reshaped the startup workforce landscape.

Aug 4, 2026

What do people want in a co-founder?

Explore what founders prioritize in co-founder matching, from time commitment and shared interests to location preferences, based on YC platform data.

Aug 4, 2026

Welcome Surbhi, Nicolas, Divya, Ashu, and Tom

Meet Bam's newest Group Partners and Visiting Group Partners joining to support early-stage companies and build community initiatives.

Aug 4, 2026

Tyler Bosmeny built Clever into a $500M company–now he’s helping YC founders do the same as General Partner

Tyler Bosmeny, who built Clever into a $500M company, shares his entrepreneurial journey and sales expertise as YC's newest General Partner.

Aug 4, 2026

Welcome S22 Visiting Group Partners

Meet the S22 Visiting Group Partners—experienced founders and executives advising early-stage companies through Y Combinator's batch program.

Aug 4, 2026

Welcome Home, Garry Tan

Geoff Ralston announces his departure as YC President and CEO, welcoming Garry Tan as the organization's next leader.

Aug 4, 2026

Welcome S21 Visiting Group Partners

Meet the five Visiting Group Partners joining YC Summer 2021 batch, including Diana Hu and Calvin French-Owen, who bring operational expertise to early-stage companies.

Aug 4, 2026

Welcoming Jon Xu and Andrew Miklas as YC’s Newest General Partners

YC announces Jon Xu and Andrew Miklas as new General Partners, bringing deep technical expertise and startup experience to support ambitious founders.

Aug 4, 2026

Harshita Arora Joins YC as General Partner

Harshita Arora, youngest YC visiting partner, is promoted to General Partner, bringing fintech and founder expertise to Y Combinator's investment team.

Aug 4, 2026

Welcome Eric, Gustaf, and Jocelyn

Bam announces three new team members joining the organization: Gustaf Alstromer as partner, Eric Migicovsky as visiting partner, and Jocelyn Robancho as assistant batch director.

Aug 4, 2026

Welcome Diana, Dave, Edrizio, and Umur

Meet Bam's newest Group Partner Diana Hu and Visiting Group Partners Dave Lieb, Edrizio Delacruz, and Umur Cubukcu joining the team.

Aug 4, 2026

Welcome Daniel, Nicole, Stephanie, Steven and Tatyana!

Meet five new team members joining Bam, including a Partner, General Counsel, Admissions Manager, Office Manager, and Finance Controller.

Aug 4, 2026

Welcome back to YC, Emmett Shear and Wayne Crosby

Emmett Shear and Wayne Crosby join Y Combinator as Visiting Group Partners, bringing entrepreneurial expertise to early-stage companies.

Aug 4, 2026

Ankit Gupta Joins YC as General Partner, Bringing Deep ML Expertise

Ankit Gupta, a machine learning expert and YC founder, joins Y Combinator as General Partner to mentor AI-focused startups.

Aug 4, 2026

Weave (YC W14) is Going Public

Weave, a Y Combinator W14 company, goes public. Learn how founders Brandon and Jared Rodman and Clint Berry built a customer communications platform for healthcare offices.

Aug 4, 2026

Welcome, ACLU

Bam announces funding support for the ACLU as a nonprofit partner in the Winter 2017 batch, offering network access and Demo Day presentation opportunities.

Aug 4, 2026

Venture Debt 101: Basics and Approach

Learn venture debt fundamentals, benefits, risks, and strategic approaches from YC Managing Director Jon Levy's comprehensive guide for founders.

Aug 4, 2026

Updates for Startup School 2019 and Office Hours with Kevin Hale

Kevin Hale, YC Partner and Wufoo cofounder, discusses Startup School 2019 updates and shares office hours insights on building successful startups.

Aug 4, 2026

US Visas

Learn how Bam supports founders navigating US visa requirements for interviews and program participation.

Aug 4, 2026

ICYMI: Watch 40+ founders pitch at YC's Work at a Startup Expo

Watch 40+ YC founders pitch their startups at the annual Work at a Startup Expo, featuring seed-stage and Series A companies sharing their vision and hiring opportunities.

Aug 4, 2026

Watch 30 founder pitches from YC's GTM Jobs Expo

Watch 30 founder pitches from Y Combinator's Go-To-Market Jobs Expo featuring fast-growing startups sharing open roles and company insights.

Aug 4, 2026

YC Winter 2021 Batch Stats

Explore YC Winter 2021 batch statistics including company categories, global representation across 41 countries, and founder demographics data.

Aug 4, 2026

VR

Explore insights on virtual reality's transformative potential for consumer applications, gaming, and the startup ecosystem.

Aug 4, 2026

Vinod Khosla on How to Build the Future

Khosla Ventures founder Vinod Khosla discusses entrepreneurship, building impactful companies, recruiting talent, and reinventing societal infrastructure through technology.

Aug 4, 2026

Vikrum Nijjar: Engineer #1 at Firebase and Founder of Gold Fig Labs (YC S19)

Interview with Vikrum Nijjar, Firebase's first engineer and founder of Gold Fig Labs (YC S19), discussing early startup experiences and building developer tools.

Aug 4, 2026

Videos from Startup School 2013 are now online

Watch recorded talks from Startup School 2013 featuring founders and investors including Jack Dorsey, Mark Zuckerberg, and Phil Libin on YouTube.

Aug 4, 2026

Updated Request for Startups

Explore Y Combinator's updated startup funding priorities for Summer 2018, featuring 25 categories including nine new focus areas for founders.

Aug 4, 2026

Understanding Startup Stock Options

Learn how startup stock options work, including exercise prices, vesting schedules, and financial implications for early employees and job candidates.

Aug 4, 2026

Tom Blomfield of GoCardless and Monzo is our newest Group Partner

Tom Blomfield, founder of billion-dollar companies GoCardless and Monzo, joins Bam as a Group Partner to mentor startups through the batch.

Aug 4, 2026

Dissecting the past to predict the future: Tracy Young on building TigerEye

Tracy Young discusses founding TigerEye, her $875M PlanGrid exit, and lessons learned building AI-powered enterprise software for business planning and revenue management.

Aug 4, 2026

Two New YC Partners: Justin Kan and Aaron Harris

Y Combinator announces Justin Kan and Aaron Harris as new partners, bringing expertise in startup growth, marketing, and finance.

Aug 4, 2026

Tuesday Q&A with Rob Rhinehart of Soylent

Read our exclusive Q&A interview with Rob Rhinehart, founder of Soylent, discussing healthy fast food, entrepreneurship, and his journey through Y Combinator.

Aug 4, 2026

Employee #1: Yahoo

Read an exclusive interview with Yahoo's first employee and former Chief Product Officer, discussing early startup experiences and founding stories.

Aug 4, 2026

Y Combinator Top Companies

Explore Y Combinator's latest list of 160+ companies valued at $150M+, collectively worth over $400B and creating 70,000+ jobs.

Aug 4, 2026

Backstory: How Tom Blomfield founded two billion-dollar companies

Discover how YC Group Partner Tom Blomfield founded GoCardless and Monzo, two billion-dollar companies, in this exclusive founder backstory.

Aug 4, 2026

Dalton and Michael's tips for technical founders

Dalton and Michael discuss equity, partnerships, and best practices for technical founders starting a company.

Aug 4, 2026

Announcing the YC AI Stack

YC partners with two dozen companies to offer students free AI devtools credits worth over $25,000 across cloud platforms, language models, and specialized tools.

Aug 4, 2026

Tim Brady is leaving YC

Geoff Ralston reflects on Tim Brady's departure from Y Combinator, celebrating his career from Yahoo to founding Imagine K12.

Aug 4, 2026

Three Paths in the Tech Industry: Founder, Executive, or Employee

Explore three distinct tech career paths—founder, executive, and employee—with pros, cons, and strategies for success in each role.

Aug 4, 2026

The YC Founder Directory (+ New Company Content)

Explore the YC Founder Directory to discover founders by university, company background, region, and industry with filterable search options.

Aug 4, 2026

A Guide to Seed Fundraising

Comprehensive guide covering seed fundraising essentials for startups, including financing options, investor strategies, and closing deals.

Aug 4, 2026

The Token Effect

Explore how cryptocurrencies and tokens are reshaping decentralized networks, from Bitcoin's peer-to-peer innovation to Ethereum's smart contracts and ICOs.

Aug 4, 2026

The Two Most Common Mistakes Growth Stage Founders Make

Ali Rowghani from Y Combinator shares the two most common mistakes growth stage founders make and how to avoid them.

Aug 4, 2026

The YC Directory

Explore the YC Directory featuring 2,000+ publicly launched companies filterable by batch, industry, region, and founder background.

Aug 4, 2026

The 10-Year “Overnight” Success Story of Casetext

Discover how Casetext evolved from a crowdsourced law library in 2013 to a $650 million AI legal tech acquisition in just ten years.

Aug 4, 2026

The Scientific Method for Startups

Explore how startups balance creativity with data-driven decision-making through hypothesis testing, A/B testing, and analytics-driven product development.

Aug 4, 2026

The Reddits

Paul Graham recounts meeting Reddit founders Steve Huffman and Alexis Ohanian before Y Combinator and how their pivot led to Reddit's creation.

Aug 4, 2026

The Pre-Product Startup and the FDA

Explore FDA regulatory pathways for pre-product biotech startups, including timing strategies, killer experiments, and GxP processes for founders.

Aug 4, 2026

The origins of RevenueCat

Discover how RevenueCat's co-founders built a solution to simplify in-app subscriptions for app developers, now powering over 30,000 apps.

Aug 4, 2026

The Decentralized Future Series

Explore cryptocurrency use cases, Bitcoin's role as digital money, and the decentralized future beyond speculation and hype.

Aug 4, 2026

The asymmetric upside of being positive

Explore how founders can balance optimism and pessimism when building startups, and why positive thinking matters for entrepreneurial success.

Aug 4, 2026

The Airbnbs

Explore the founding story of Airbnb through Paul Graham's account of the founders' earnest dedication and the discovery that changed travel forever.

Aug 4, 2026

‘Backstory’ introduces you to YC’s Group Partners, starting with the unbeatable Surbhi Sarna

Meet YC Group Partner Surbhi Sarna in this video series episode exploring her journey from ovarian cancer survivor to medical device founder and mentor.

Aug 4, 2026

Surbhi Sarna's new book on entrepreneurship

Discover Surbhi Sarna's new book Without a Doubt, sharing her journey from health scare to $275M acquisition and essential founder insights.

Aug 4, 2026

Summer Fellows Grants

YC Summer Fellows Grants provide $20,000 cash and $90,000 in compute credits for college students to build independent technical projects during summer 2025.

Aug 4, 2026

More Ways to Support Ukraine

Discover organizations and initiatives helping Ukraine, including fundraisers and relief efforts supported by YC companies and staff.

Aug 4, 2026

Y Combinator’s Summer Career Expo Is Online on Thursday, June 10th

Y Combinator hosts an online Summer Career Expo on June 10th featuring 40+ vetted startups hiring engineers, PMs, and designers.

Aug 4, 2026

Stop innovating on the wrong things

Explore why founders should focus innovation strategically rather than reinventing every aspect of their startup operations.

Aug 4, 2026

The latest Startup School talks are now available to all

Access free Startup School video talks from Y Combinator Group Partners covering startup fundamentals, idea evaluation, co-founder selection, and Y Combinator application insights.

Aug 4, 2026

Startups For Students Guide

Comprehensive guide exploring startup opportunities for students, covering founding decisions, college preparation, and career paths in early-stage companies.

Aug 4, 2026

Startup School Week 8 Recap - Adora Cheung on Prioritizing Your Time and Kevin Hale on Evaluating Startup Ideas

Y Combinator partners Adora Cheung and Kevin Hale share insights on time prioritization and startup idea evaluation in this Startup School Week 8 recap.

Aug 4, 2026

Startup School Week 11 Recap - Geoff Ralston's Parting Advice

YC President Geoff Ralston shares parting advice for Startup School founders on finding their path, focus, and determination in building startups.

Aug 4, 2026

Startup School Week 10 Recap - Ali Rowghani on How to Lead and Kevin Hale and Adora Cheung on Startup School 2019 by the Numbers

Ali Rowghani discusses leadership principles while Kevin Hale and Adora Cheung analyze Startup School 2019 metrics and success factors.

Aug 4, 2026

Startup School Podcast Preview with Kevin Hale

Kevin Hale from Y Combinator discusses how to evaluate startup ideas in this Startup School podcast preview episode.

Aug 4, 2026

Startup School Relaunching as Continuous Program

Startup School relaunches as a continuous program with personalized curriculum, accountability tracking, and founder community support.

Aug 4, 2026

Startup School Online: First Lecture and Speaker List

Explore Startup School Online's first lecture and complete speaker list featuring founders and leaders from Slack, Reddit, Facebook, and more.

Aug 4, 2026

Startup School Online: Registration and Deals

Learn about Startup School Online registration dates, application process, and exclusive deals from partner companies like AWS, Google Cloud, and Stripe Atlas.

Aug 4, 2026

Startup School notes are now for sale as a book, all profits go to Watsi

Startup Notes from Startup School 2013 is now available as a printed book, with 100% of profits donated to Watsi medical nonprofit.

Aug 4, 2026

Startup School Lectures Are Now Available as a Podcast

Startup School lectures are now published as a podcast, available on iTunes, RSS, and YouTube for easy access.

Aug 4, 2026

Startup School for Future Founders

Explore Startup School's new 6-week course designed for aspiring founders learning startup fundamentals and validating business ideas.

Aug 4, 2026

Want to start a startup? Meet all the YC partners in Boston - Apr 20th

Join Startup School East in Boston on April 20 to meet Y Combinator partners and hear from successful founders about starting a startup.

Aug 4, 2026

Join us at Startup School Europe in London - November 23

Join Y Combinator's free one-day conference for students and recent grads in London on November 23, 2024, featuring founder talks and practical startup advice.

Aug 4, 2026

Startup School Aspiring Founders Track Relaunches

Startup School relaunches its Aspiring Founders track as a continuous course with 17 videos, essays, and self-directed exercises for potential founders.

Aug 4, 2026

Join us at Startup School 2024 in San Francisco - July 27

Join Startup School 2024 on July 27 in San Francisco for a free one-day conference featuring founders, Y Combinator partners, and practical startup advice.

Aug 4, 2026

Startup School 2019 Meetups

Startup School 2019 hosts founder meetups and live lecture tapings across 13 global cities from July through September for registered participants.

Aug 4, 2026

Startup Playbook

Essential startup guidance covering ideas, teams, products, execution, growth, hiring, fundraising, and CEO responsibilities for founders new to entrepreneurship.

Aug 4, 2026

Tips on Formation and Fundraising

Learn startup basics on company formation and fundraising from Y Combinator experts discussing founder expectations, legal fundamentals, and early funding strategies.

Aug 4, 2026

Announcing the YC Startup Library

Bam announces the launch of the YC Startup Library, a comprehensive resource consolidating knowledge and advice for founders and entrepreneurs.

Aug 4, 2026

Squire Co-Founder and CEO Songe LaRon: Powering Barbershops of the Future

Learn how Squire co-founder Songe LaRon built software to modernize barbershops, raising over $100M to transform an underserved industry.

Aug 4, 2026

How to Split Equity Among Co-Founders

Learn why equal equity splits among co-founders matter more than early contributions, and how to build a motivated founding team.

Aug 4, 2026

Soundboks (YC W16) is Making the World’s Loudest Battery-Powered Speaker

Discover how Soundboks, a Y Combinator Winter 2016 company, created the first portable speaker capable of delivering concert-level sound for outdoor events.

Aug 4, 2026

First YC Bio company to start clinical trials

Shasqi becomes the first YC Bio company to advance a drug into first-in-human clinical trials for cancer treatment using novel click chemistry technology.

Aug 4, 2026

Scaling YC

Geoff Ralston explores how Y Combinator grew from eight to two hundred companies per batch while maintaining quality and community value.

Aug 4, 2026

Sarah Chou on Finding Product-Market Fit in the Education Industry - at YC Edtech Night

Sarah Chou shares insights on finding product-market fit in education and strategies for selling to K-12 schools at YC Edtech Night.

Aug 4, 2026

Scaling Growth

Learn growth strategies from YC partner Gustaf Alstromer and Uber's Ed Baker on experimentation, metrics, and scaling teams.

Aug 4, 2026

Sam Altman on How to Build the Future

Insights from Y Combinator President Sam Altman on building the future, featuring his entrepreneurial journey and startup expertise.

Aug 4, 2026

Same, Same but Different with Vanta and Zapier

Explore how Vanta and Zapier CEOs took disciplined approaches to fundraising and growth in this Y Combinator podcast episode.

Aug 4, 2026

Sam Altman for President

Paul Graham announces Sam Altman as the new president of Y Combinator, leading the accelerator's growth and evolution in startup funding.

Aug 4, 2026

Sales Advice for Technical Founders

Learn three proven strategies to identify leads, build visibility, and master sales conversations for your startup's growth.

Aug 4, 2026

Safes are not bad for entrepreneurs

Explore why safes are beneficial for early-stage startups, addressing common misconceptions about convertible securities and founder dilution.

Aug 4, 2026

Ryan Hoover on Product Hunt's Acquisition and Lessons Learned About Startup Launches with Dalton Caldwell

Ryan Hoover discusses Product Hunt's founding, Y Combinator experience, and acquisition by AngelList with YC partner Dalton Caldwell.

Aug 4, 2026

16 Companies from the YC Summer 2018 Batch

Discover 16 startups from Y Combinator's Summer 2018 batch, including LemonBox, Bot M.D., Optic, and other innovative companies reshaping their industries.

Aug 4, 2026

Humanloop CEO Raza Habib shares 5 common mistakes teams make when building with LLMs

Humanloop CEO Raza Habib discusses five critical mistakes teams make when building with large language models and how to avoid them.

Aug 4, 2026

Running Your Company by Patrick Collison

Patrick Collison and Adora Cheung discuss effective strategies for running a startup company toward success.

Aug 4, 2026

Congrats to Rigetti Computing (YC S14) on going public!

Celebrating Rigetti Computing's IPO milestone and Chad Rigetti's journey from quantum computing expert to public company founder.

Aug 4, 2026

Request for Startups: News, Jobs, and Democracy

Y Combinator seeks startups addressing fake news, the future of work, and democratic engagement through technology innovation.

Aug 4, 2026

Request for Startups: Climate Tech

Y Combinator's guide to climate tech startup opportunities, covering decarbonization solutions and the $3-10 trillion market potential across energy, adaptation, and fintech sectors.

Aug 4, 2026

Responding to COVID-19

Bam explores how startups and companies mobilized to address the COVID-19 crisis through innovation in testing, treatments, and hospital resources.

Aug 4, 2026

Request for Startups: Water

Y Combinator seeks founders developing water solutions, from desalination and purification to smart irrigation and conservation technologies.

Aug 4, 2026

Request for Startups: Government 2.0

Explore Bam's Government 2.0 initiative supporting startups addressing education, housing, healthcare, and civic services for American families.

Aug 4, 2026

Request for Education Startups

Explore Y Combinator's perspective on education technology startups, including process automation, underserved markets, and innovative approaches to learning.

Aug 4, 2026

Q&A with Zahir Dossa, Cofounder of Function of Beauty

Interview with Function of Beauty cofounder Zahir Dossa discussing personalized beauty products, company culture, and startup insights from a Y Combinator-featured company.

Aug 4, 2026

Q&A with Sarah Nahm and Nate Smith, Cofounders of Lever

Interview with Lever cofounders Sarah Nahm and Nate Smith discussing their applicant tracking system, company culture, and mission to align talent with meaningful work.

Aug 4, 2026

Q&A with Willy Schlacks, Cofounder of EquipmentShare

Interview with EquipmentShare cofounder Willy Schlacks discussing the construction equipment rental platform, company culture, and lessons learned building the business.

Aug 4, 2026

Q&A with Michael Babineau, Cofounder of Second Measure

Interview with Second Measure cofounder Michael Babineau on credit card data analytics, company culture, and building a startup for grownups.

Aug 4, 2026

Q&A with Mathilde Collin, Cofounder of Front

Interview with Front cofounder Mathilde Collin discussing the company's mission to reinvent email collaboration, product milestones, and workplace culture.

Aug 4, 2026

Q&A with Josh Reeves, Cofounder of Gusto

Interview with Gusto cofounder Josh Reeves discussing payroll automation, employee benefits, and company culture at the Y Combinator-backed startup.

Aug 4, 2026

Q&A with Henrique Dubugras and Pedro Franceschi, Cofounders of Brex

Interview with Brex cofounders Henrique Dubugras and Pedro Franceschi discussing their corporate credit card platform for startups and entrepreneurial insights.

Aug 4, 2026

Q&A with Harshil Mathur & Shashank Kumar, Cofounders of Razorpay

Interview with Razorpay cofounders discussing their payment solutions platform, product innovations, and impact on Indian businesses.

Aug 4, 2026

Q&A with Elizabeth Iorns and Dan Knox, Cofounders of Science Exchange

Interview with Science Exchange cofounders Elizabeth Iorns and Dan Knox discussing their B2B marketplace for outsourced research and development.

Aug 4, 2026

Preston Silverman on Building out a Marketplace in Education - at YC Edtech Night

Preston Silverman, founder of RaiseMe, discusses building a two-sided edtech marketplace and fundraising experiences at YC Edtech Night.

Aug 4, 2026

Pivoting to a billion-dollar idea: Lessons from Clipboard Health founder Wei Deng

Learn how Clipboard Health founder Wei Deng pivoted through six to eight iterations before building a $1.3 billion healthcare staffing platform connecting nurses with facilities.

Aug 4, 2026

Promise Co-Founder and CEO Phaedra Ellis-Lamkins on Being a Force for Good

Read how Promise Co-Founder and CEO Phaedra Ellis-Lamkins built a govtech platform to help underserved communities navigate government payments with financial flexibility.

Aug 4, 2026

Q&A with David Chen, Dafeng Guo and Teng Bao, Cofounders of Strikingly

Interview with David Chen, Dafeng Guo, and Teng Bao on building Strikingly, a mobile-optimized website builder empowering entrepreneurs worldwide.

Aug 4, 2026

Perlstein Lab (YC W16) Automates Drug Discovery for Rare Diseases

Discover how Perlstein Lab uses automated drug discovery platforms to develop treatments for rare genetic diseases affecting thousands of patients.

Aug 4, 2026

Partnering with CodePath and ColorStack to support future technical founders

Bam supports future technical founders through partnerships with CodePath and ColorStack, expanding startup opportunities to underrepresented communities in tech.

Aug 4, 2026

How AI will create more successful founders

Explore how AI presents unprecedented opportunities for founders willing to innovate at the cutting edge of this transformative technology.

Aug 4, 2026

Oolu (YC S15) Supplies Affordable Solar Energy To Off-Grid Villages In West Africa

Oolu brings affordable solar home systems to off-grid families across West Africa, providing lighting and mobile charging through an innovative rental model.

Aug 4, 2026

Open Office Hours: Sign up for Office Hours with YC Partners

Sign up for online office hours with YC partners throughout September. Meet with experienced mentors to discuss your startup's challenges and growth.

Aug 4, 2026

OpenAI

Learn about OpenAI, the first group affiliated with YC Research, and its mission in artificial intelligence development.

Aug 4, 2026

One Order of Operations for Starting a Startup

Learn the essential steps for launching a startup from idea to MVP, with insights from successful founders and practical guidance for first-time entrepreneurs.

Aug 4, 2026

YC’s Online Class (Sign up at StartupSchool.org)

Learn how to start a startup with YC's free 10-week online course featuring industry leaders and personalized feedback from experienced advisors.

Aug 4, 2026

OMG Digital is BuzzFeed for Africa

Discover how OMG Digital is building Africa's leading digital media platform for 250 million millennials across Kenya, Ghana, and Nigeria.

Aug 4, 2026

October 2018 Hackathon Recap

Bam hosted a hackathon with 250 participants who created over 80 projects, with winning teams earning YC interviews and office hours.

Aug 4, 2026

Office Hours with Ali Rowghani

Listen to Ali Rowghani, CEO of Y Combinator Continuity, discuss his career at Pixar and Twitter in this podcast episode.

Aug 4, 2026

Office Hours: YC’s Group Partners share advice on actually getting things done

YC's Group Partners share productivity advice for founders, discussing what actually works versus fake work that doesn't move startups forward.

Aug 4, 2026

Next steps

Bam shares community initiatives and upcoming actions toward racial and social justice, featuring curated organizations and donation opportunities.

Aug 4, 2026

Office Hours for Startups Tackling Climate Issues

Y Combinator hosts online office hours for climate-focused startup founders and nonprofits on September 24, offering mentorship from YC partners.

Aug 4, 2026

Office Hours in London - 12/20 & 12/21

Bam is hosting office hours in London on December 20-21, 2016, offering 20-minute consultation slots. Sign up for your time slot.

Aug 4, 2026

OctaveWealth (YC S12) is a Full Service 401(k) for SMBs

OctaveWealth offers transparent, full-service 401(k) plans for small and medium businesses with no asset-based fees and integrated investment management.

Aug 4, 2026

Now Accepting Applications for YC Summer 2022

Bam is now accepting applications for the YC Summer 2022 batch with early and regular deadlines, offering $500,000 investment per company.

Aug 4, 2026

New year, new company - 10 additional spots in W24 for late applicants

Bam announces 10 additional W24 batch spots for late applicants with a December 13 deadline and rapid 7-day decision turnaround.

Aug 4, 2026

New YC audio series: Same, Same but Different

Bam presents a new Y Combinator audio series featuring founders discussing similar decisions made on their growth-stage journeys with unique outcomes.

Aug 4, 2026

New YC Partner Investment Policy

Bam announces a new investment policy for YC partners in funded companies, restricting early-stage investments to prevent signaling effects on startup fundraising.

Aug 4, 2026

New Requests for Startups

Explore updated and new startup requests to inspire your next venture. Bam highlights emerging opportunities for founders and innovators.

Aug 4, 2026

Michael Seibel on his next ten years at YC

Michael Seibel announces his transition from YC CEO to Group Partner, reflecting on eight years of leadership and his vision for the next decade mentoring early-stage startups.

Aug 4, 2026

Moving Forward on Basic Income

Sam Altman discusses updates on the Basic Income Project, including a new research director and an upcoming pilot study in Oakland.

Aug 4, 2026

Michael Seibel's Legacy Continues at YC: Transition to Partner Emeritus

Michael Seibel transitions to Partner Emeritus at Y Combinator, continuing to support founders while focusing on new ventures and passions.

Aug 4, 2026

Meet YC’s newest Visiting Group Partners

Discover three accomplished YC alumni—Andrew Miklas, Ooshma Garg, and Jon Xu—joining as Visiting Group Partners to mentor S24 batch founders.

Aug 4, 2026

Meet YC’s newest Group Partner and Visiting Group Partners

Discover Y Combinator's latest Group Partner Pete Koomen and Visiting Group Partners Tyler Bosmeny and Nate Smith in this insider blog post.

Aug 4, 2026

Get one-on-one career advice from YC, starting with Anu Hariharan (Managing Director)

Get one-on-one career mentoring from YC Managing Director Anu Hariharan, designed for mid-career women engineers in tech and startups.

Aug 4, 2026

Meet the YC Winter 2024 Batch

Explore Y Combinator's W24 batch announcement, featuring 260 selected companies and insights from YC President Garry Tan on the startup ecosystem.

Aug 4, 2026

Meet the YC Winter 2023 Batch

Explore insights from Y Combinator's Winter 2023 cohort of 282 funded startups, including founder demographics, company verticals, and Demo Day details.

Aug 4, 2026

Meet the YC Winter 2022 Batch

Explore Y Combinator's Winter 2022 batch of 414 funded startups from 17,000 applications, representing over 80 sectors and diverse founder backgrounds.

Aug 4, 2026

Meet the YC Summer 2023 Batch

Explore Y Combinator's Summer 2023 batch of 229 startups, featuring strong technical talent and a significant focus on AI-driven innovation and enterprise solutions.

Aug 4, 2026

Meet the YC Summer 2022 Batch

Explore insights from Y Combinator's Summer 2022 batch of 240 funded startups, including demographics, verticals, and global representation across the cohort.

Aug 4, 2026

Meet 8 YC startups that are hiring right now

Discover 8 Y Combinator startups actively hiring across engineering, product, design, and marketing roles.

Aug 4, 2026

Meet the People Taking over Hacker News

Paul Graham announces the team taking over Hacker News operations, including new leadership for design, community moderation, and platform development.

Aug 4, 2026

Meet the Batch

Introducing YC S16 startups through founder profiles and company stories leading up to Demo Day.

Aug 4, 2026

Meet Flockjay, a Company in the YC Winter 2019 Batch

Discover Flockjay, the first YC W19 company to launch, offering free online sales training for diverse jobseekers entering tech careers.

Aug 4, 2026

Meet 7 Companies from the YC W19 Batch Part 7

Discover 7 innovative Y Combinator Winter 2019 companies including CareerTu, Deel, Vectordash, NALA, and WorkClout reshaping their industries.

Aug 4, 2026

How Meadow Is Building a Company (and Community) Around Cannabis

Explore how Meadow connects cannabis consumers with doctors and dispensaries while building community in a regulated industry.

Aug 4, 2026

Meet 5 Companies from the YC W19 Batch Part 6

Discover five innovative YC Winter 2019 startups including Shipper, Nabis, Pulse Active Stations, XGenomes, and Portal Entryways.

Aug 4, 2026

Meet 23 Companies from the YC W19 Batch Part 5

Explore 23 Y Combinator Winter 2019 batch companies including WeatherCheck, Alpaca, Truora, Thrive Agric, and Heart Aerospace.

Aug 4, 2026

Meesho Goes Public

Meesho, one of India's leading online retail companies, goes public as the second YC company listed in India, marking a decade-long journey of disciplined growth.

Aug 4, 2026

Mark Zuckerberg on How to Build the Future

Read insights from Mark Zuckerberg, Facebook co-founder, on building the future in this exclusive blog post from Bam.

Aug 4, 2026

Matt Cutts on the US Digital Service and Working at Google for 17 Years

Explore Matt Cutts' 17-year journey at Google and his role as Administrator of the US Digital Service in this insightful interview.

Aug 4, 2026

Lessons on building hardware from the founders of Eight Sleep

Eight Sleep co-founders share insights on hardware development, unit economics, velocity, and building a sustainable tech product business.

Aug 4, 2026

Live Office Hours with Kevin Hale and Dalton Caldwell

Kevin Hale and Dalton Caldwell from Y Combinator hold office hours with three startups including HubHaus, Lambda Intelligence, and Commaful.

Aug 4, 2026

Lessons From a Quarter Million Emails

Discover insights on building a successful newsletter, from consistency and email effectiveness to finding your unique voice with over 250,000 subscribers.

Aug 4, 2026

Learnings of a CEO: Snapdocs’ Aaron King on navigating market cycles

Snapdocs CEO Aaron King shares insights on navigating market cycles, raising minimal early funding, and building a capital-efficient business through ruthless prioritization.

Aug 4, 2026

Learnings of a CEO: Max Rhodes, Faire

Max Rhodes, CEO of Faire, shares insights on scaling from seed stage to Series G and keeping a thousand-person company aligned.

Aug 4, 2026

Learnings of a CEO: Wade Foster, Zapier

Insights from Zapier CEO Wade Foster on scaling from a 3-person startup to a 700-person remote company, focusing on vision communication and organizational alignment.

Aug 4, 2026

Learnings of a CEO: Matt Schulman, Pave, on Hiring

Matt Schulman, CEO of Pave, shares insights on contract-to-hire strategies and building early-stage teams with a 100% conversion rate.

Aug 4, 2026

Learning Math for Machine Learning

Explore the mathematical foundations needed for machine learning, from linear algebra to probabilistic graphical models, with strategies for self-directed learning.

Aug 4, 2026

Leap Spins Out of YC

Read about Leap's spinout from Y Combinator as an independent company supporting women in tech with career insights and employment opportunities.

Aug 4, 2026

Jeff Dean’s Lecture for YC AI

Jeff Dean, Google Senior Fellow and Google Brain project leader, shares insights from his YC AI group lecture this summer.

Aug 4, 2026

Elpha AMA with Cat Lee, Angel Investor and Former Head of Culture at Pinterest

Read an exclusive AMA with Cat Lee, angel investor and former Head of Culture at Pinterest, discussing career, sabbaticals, and scaling companies.

Aug 4, 2026

Launch YC: The Launchpad for YC Startups

Discover recently-backed YC startups and product updates from Y Combinator founders on Launch YC, sortable by industry, batch, and launch date.

Aug 4, 2026

Laks Srini on Making Homeownership in Reach with ZeroDown

Explore how ZeroDown cofounder Laks Srini is making homeownership more accessible by eliminating large down payment requirements for qualified buyers.

Aug 4, 2026

Keith Schacht and Doug Peltz on What Traction Feels Like - at YC Edtech Night

Keith Schacht and Doug Peltz discuss their journey building Mystery Science from idea to product-market fit at YC Edtech Night.

Aug 4, 2026

Join Us for Startup School Presentation Day!

Watch Startup School Presentation Day videos featuring 2,820 companies sharing their progress from the 10-week program starting June 16th.

Aug 4, 2026

Join Elpha: An Online Community for Women

Discover Elpha, an online community for women in tech to connect, share experiences, and build relationships with founders, engineers, designers, and industry professionals.

Aug 4, 2026

Join the YC Internship Program - Summer 2022

Apply for the YC Summer 2022 internship program across engineering, marketing, and other disciplines at rapidly growing startups.

Aug 4, 2026

Jessica Livingston on How To Build The Future

Jessica Livingston, Y Combinator co-founder, shares insights on what successful founders do in their early days and how to build transformative companies.

Aug 4, 2026

It's Surprising How Much Small Teams Can Get Done - Sam Chaudhary of ClassDojo

Y Combinator podcast episode featuring ClassDojo cofounder Sam Chaudhary discussing how small teams accomplish significant growth and impact in edtech.

Aug 4, 2026

Inside YC: The Admissions Team

Learn how YC's Admissions Team reviews thousands of startup applications twice yearly using human judgment and custom software to identify promising founders.

Aug 4, 2026

IPFS, CoinList, and the Filecoin ICO with Juan Benet and Dalton Caldwell

Explore Juan Benet and Dalton Caldwell's discussion on IPFS, Filecoin, and CoinList in this Y Combinator podcast episode.

Aug 4, 2026

iSono Health (YC W16) is Building an Affordable At-Home Ultrasound for Breast Health Monitoring

Learn how iSono Health (YC W16) is developing an affordable at-home ultrasound device for early breast cancer detection and monitoring.

Aug 4, 2026

Introducing our newest video series: Office Hours

Discover Office Hours, a new video series featuring Y Combinator Group Partners discussing startup pivots and strategic decisions from founders who've built billion-dollar companies.

Aug 4, 2026

How to Use Responsive Images

Learn how to implement responsive images using srcset and sizes attributes to optimize page performance across devices.

Aug 4, 2026

Introducing Ask a Female Engineer

Bam explores women's experiences in tech through an anonymous Q&A series featuring female engineers discussing workplace challenges and perspectives.

Aug 4, 2026

How to Think About PR - Sharon Pope

Sharon Pope shares PR best practices and strategies for working with the press, featuring insights from veteran journalist Steven Levy.

Aug 4, 2026

How to Start a Biotech Company on a Budget

Learn how successful biotech founders launched companies with minimal funding through proof-of-concept experiments, strategic market repositioning, and early revenue generation.

Aug 4, 2026

How to Raise Money, and How to Succeed Long-Term - Jess Lee, Aaron Harris, & Ali Rowghani

Jess Lee, Aaron Harris, and Ali Rowghani discuss early-stage fundraising strategies and long-term leadership success for startups.

Aug 4, 2026

How to spin your scientific research out of a university and into a startup

Learn how to commercialize university research and launch a startup, with insights from Y Combinator's experience funding 75+ science-based companies.

Aug 4, 2026

How to Monetize a Freemium Business

Learn step-by-step strategies for monetizing freemium businesses, from user segmentation to campaign optimization and pricing models.

Aug 4, 2026

A Guide to Seed Fundraising

Comprehensive guide to seed fundraising for startups, covering capital raising strategies, investor meetings, financing options, and closing deals.

Aug 4, 2026

How to maintain engineering velocity as you scale

Learn four guiding principles for sustaining engineering velocity while scaling your startup team from five to over 100 engineers.

Aug 4, 2026

How to pick the right startup to work for

Learn key questions to ask when evaluating a startup opportunity, including runway, burn rate, and founder assessment strategies for job seekers.

Aug 4, 2026

How to Invent the Future with Alan Kay: Part II

Part two of Alan Kay's lecture on pioneering personal computing, graphical interfaces, and tools for improving the mind.

Aug 4, 2026

How to Invent the Future with Alan Kay: Part I

Alan Kay shares his pioneering vision on personal computing and building tools for the future across his career at Xerox PARC, Apple, HP, and Disney.

Aug 4, 2026

How Much Should You Spend After Fundraising?

YC Partner Gustaf Alströmer shares expert advice on managing spending after fundraising and planning your runway wisely.

Aug 4, 2026

How to Hire Your First Engineer

Expert advice for early-stage startup founders on recruiting and hiring your first engineer, covering strategies from personal networks to specialized platforms.

Aug 4, 2026

How to Get into VR

A comprehensive guide to getting started with virtual reality technology, exploring why now is the ideal time to enter the VR field for both consumers and developers.

Aug 4, 2026

How To Get Into Natural Language Processing

Learn the fundamentals of natural language processing, its real-world applications across industries, and practical steps to start your NLP journey.

Aug 4, 2026

How to Find Product Market Fit - Peter Reinhardt

Peter Reinhardt, Segment co-founder and CEO, shares his journey building products and achieving product market fit in this insightful blog post.

Aug 4, 2026

How to Build Your Board

Glenn Kelman, Redfin CEO, shares strategies for assembling an effective board of directors and lessons learned from his experience.

Aug 4, 2026

How to Build the Future

Explore insights from successful entrepreneurs and technology leaders on building companies and shaping the world through innovation.

Aug 4, 2026

How to Build and Manage Teams - Vinod Khosla & Anu Hariharan

Vinod Khosla and Anu Hariharan discuss hiring strategies and managing company growth in this Y Combinator blog post.

Aug 4, 2026

How Adversarial Attacks Work

Learn how machine learning classifiers can be tricked through adversarial attacks, including non-targeted and targeted attack methods explained with practical examples.

Aug 4, 2026

How Biotech Startup Funding Will Change in the Next 10 Years

Explore how biotech startup funding will evolve over the next decade, drawing parallels to tech industry transformation and venture capital shifts.

Aug 4, 2026

YC’s Director of Events on Hosting a Virtual Event

Learn best practices for hosting virtual events from YC's director, covering technical preparation, speaker setup, and audience engagement strategies.

Aug 4, 2026

#Hired on Work at a Startup: Deepak Jhalani, CTO at Ravti (YC S14)

Read how Deepak Jhalani found his CTO role at Ravti through Y Combinator's Work at a Startup platform and built their HVAC IoT technology team.

Aug 4, 2026

Helping African Businesses Get Paid, Shola Akinlade of Paystack

Interview with Paystack CEO Shola Akinlade on building fintech solutions for African businesses, Y Combinator experience, and expanding online payments across Nigeria.

Aug 4, 2026

Congratulations to Groww

Bam celebrates Groww's historic public listing as Y Combinator's first company to go public in India, marking a milestone for the fintech platform.

Aug 4, 2026

Hardware, Less Hard

Explore strategies for hardware startups to compete with software companies, featuring advice from Y Combinator founders on rapid iteration and product development.

Aug 4, 2026

Hard Tech Companies, Then and Now

Explore how hard tech companies like Boom Supersonic and Relativity Space evolved from startup ideas to industry-changing innovations.

Aug 4, 2026

Hardware AMA with YC Partner Eric Migicovsky

YC Partner Eric Migicovsky shares insights on hardware startup development, prototyping strategies, and lessons from building Pebble in this exclusive AMA.

Aug 4, 2026

A Guide to Demo Day Presentations

Learn how to create an effective demo day presentation that intrigues investors and communicates your startup's story with clarity and impact.

Aug 4, 2026

Growth Office Hours with Anu Hariharan and Gustaf Alstromer

Y Combinator partners Anu Hariharan and Gustaf Alstromer discuss building sustainable growth teams and the importance of retention before scaling.

Aug 4, 2026

HARC

Discover HARC, YC Research's initiative to advance human understanding through innovative technology and research in programming, education, and virtual reality.

Aug 4, 2026

Growth AMA with YC Partner Gustaf Alströmer

YC Partner Gustaf Alströmer shares growth strategies for startups, covering marketplace dynamics, B2B SaaS lead generation, and early-stage user acquisition tactics.

Aug 4, 2026

Goodybag (YC W16) Simplifies Catering for Enterprises

Discover how Goodybag streamlines corporate catering by connecting companies with local caterers through an easy online marketplace platform.

Aug 4, 2026

GiveMeTap (YC W15) Offers Free Water, Footfall Data For Stores, AND Helps Africa

GiveMeTap, a Y Combinator Winter 2015 graduate, offers free water refills through reusable bottles while providing stores with footfall data and customer insights.

Aug 4, 2026

GitLab's Secret to Managing 160 Employees in 160 Locations

Learn how GitLab CEO Sid Sijbrandij scaled a completely distributed company across 160 locations with documentation and transparent practices.

Aug 4, 2026

Ginkgo Bioworks (S14) is going public today

Ginkgo Bioworks, Y Combinator's first biotech startup, goes public today. Learn how the synthetic biology pioneer evolved from YC S14 to IPO.

Aug 4, 2026

Gaming Studio Founders - Patrick Moberg and Holly Liu

Explore the story of Playdots cofounder Patrick Moberg and Kabam cofounder Holly Liu in this Y Combinator podcast interview about mobile gaming.

Aug 4, 2026

FTC Chair Lina Khan on AI regulation, startup acquisitions, and more

Listen to FTC Chair Lina Khan discuss AI regulation, startup acquisitions, and Silicon Valley's relationship with government in this exclusive interview.

Aug 4, 2026

Geoff Ralston for President

Sam Altman announces Geoff Ralston as the new President of Y Combinator, praising his thoughtfulness and vision for the organization's future.

Aug 4, 2026

Gaming AMA with YC Visiting Partner Holly Liu

Holly Liu, YC Visiting Partner, shares insights on mobile game development, user acquisition strategies, and fundraising for gaming startups.

Aug 4, 2026

Future Founders Conference for Women Globally

Join the Future Founders Conference on November 18 for women aspiring to launch startups, featuring YC partners, founders, and expert breakout sessions.

Aug 4, 2026

Fundraising Rounds Are Not Milestones

Michael Seibel explores why fundraising rounds shouldn't define startup success, emphasizing product-market fit and customer value over financing benchmarks.

Aug 4, 2026

From edge2cat to edge2anything with TensorFlow

Explore image-to-image translation using TensorFlow and GANs, from edge drawings to realistic cat images and beyond with reusable machine learning pipelines.

Aug 4, 2026

Frontier Carbon Removal Technologies

Explore frontier carbon removal technologies and YC's commitment to funding startups and nonprofits developing innovative climate solutions.

Aug 4, 2026

From Self-Doubt to Starting Up: Words of Wisdom for Women Founders From YC Continuity Partner Anu Hariharan

Anu Hariharan, YC Continuity Partner, shares wisdom on overcoming self-doubt and building successful startups as a woman founder.

Aug 4, 2026

6 founding engineer roles at W22 YC startups

Explore six founding engineer positions at Winter 2022 YC startups, featuring roles with $160-180K compensation and 1.5-2.0% equity packages.

Aug 4, 2026

Founder Stories: Ritesh Malik of Innov8

Interview with Innov8 cofounder Ritesh Malik on building coworking spaces in India, international entrepreneurship, and startup advice from YC.

Aug 4, 2026

Founder Stories: Reham Fagiri of AptDeco

Read Reham Fagiri's founder story, cofounder and CEO of AptDeco, discussing her career transition from Goldman Sachs to launching a furniture marketplace startup.

Aug 4, 2026

Founder Stories: Nicky Goulimis of Nova Credit

Interview with Nova Credit cofounder Nicky Goulimis discussing her path from consulting and agricultural development to building a cross-border credit bureau through YC.

Aug 4, 2026

Founder Stories: Leah Culver of Breaker

Interview with Leah Culver, cofounder and CTO of Breaker, discussing her journey from Dropbox engineer to YC founder.

Aug 4, 2026

Founder Stories: Kate Heddleston of Opsolutely

Read Kate Heddleston's founder story on Bam's blog, exploring her journey building Opsolutely and insights on developer productivity and team dynamics.

Aug 4, 2026

Founder Stories: Blake Scholl of Boom Technology

Blake Scholl, founder and CEO of Boom Technology, discusses building affordable supersonic passenger airplanes and why founder-led companies drive aviation innovation.

Aug 4, 2026

Flutterwave is Building Digital Payment Infrastructure for Africa

Explore how Flutterwave is transforming digital payments across Africa by enabling merchants to process credit cards, mobile money, and alternative payment methods seamlessly.

Aug 4, 2026

First Five Launches with Whatnot

Explore Whatnot's founding strategy through five key launches that built a thriving collector marketplace, from early marketplace hacks to live shopping innovation.

Aug 4, 2026

First Five Hires with PostHog

PostHog co-founder James Hawkins discusses hiring their first five employees and lessons learned building the team.

Aug 4, 2026

New YC video series: First Five

Watch Y Combinator's First Five video series exploring how growth-stage founders hired their first employees, acquired customers, and launched products.

Aug 4, 2026

Find a remote or in-person job at a YC startup from the most recent Winter '21 batch

Discover remote and in-person job opportunities with Y Combinator's Winter '21 batch startups hiring engineers, designers, and product roles.

Aug 4, 2026

New: Filter by equity

Discover YC's job board equity filter feature, allowing job seekers to search startup roles by equity compensation offered.

Aug 4, 2026

Female Founders Conference applications are open now

Applications are now open for the Female Founders Conference, hosted in-person on August 2 in San Francisco's Dogpatch featuring YC partners, alumni founders, and networking.

Aug 4, 2026

Female Founders Office Hours and Happy Hour - July 26

Join female founders for office hours and happy hour on July 26 at the YC office in Mountain View, California. Open to idea stage through Series A companies.

Aug 4, 2026

Engineer #2 at ClearBrain (YC W18): Cynthia Rogers

Read Cynthia Rogers' journey as Engineer #2 at ClearBrain (YC W18), discussing startup evaluation, mentorship, and career growth in tech.

Aug 4, 2026

FDA: Orientation for Early Stage Startups

Essential FDA regulatory guidance for early-stage biotech founders, covering approvals, compliance, and key concepts for medical product development.

Aug 4, 2026

Ex Machina's Scientific Advisor - Murray Shanahan

Learn about Murray Shanahan, the DeepMind researcher and cognitive robotics professor who advised on Ex Machina and inspired its screenplay.

Aug 4, 2026

Early Engineer at Vanta (YC W18): Tom Denham

Tom Denham shares his experience as an early engineer at Vanta, a YC-backed security and compliance automation startup, discussing full stack development and startup growth.

Aug 4, 2026

Engineer #1 at ReadMe (YC W15): Marc Cuva

Interview with Marc Cuva, ReadMe's first engineer and current Product Lead, discussing his transition from engineering to product management and leadership at the YC-backed startup.

Aug 4, 2026

Employee #1: Kickstarter

Read an interview with Cassie Marketos, Kickstarter's first employee, discussing early company culture, community management, and the founding vision.

Aug 4, 2026

Employee #1: Dropbox

Read an exclusive interview with Aston Motes, Dropbox's first employee, discussing his journey from MIT to founding and building the company.

Aug 4, 2026

Employee #1: Warby Parker

Read an interview with Mara Castro, Warby Parker's first employee and Director of Customer Experience, sharing her early startup journey.

Aug 4, 2026

Employee #1: Coinbase

Read an in-depth interview with Olaf Carlson-Wee, Coinbase's first employee, discussing early Bitcoin days, scaling support, and launching Polychain Capital.

Aug 4, 2026

Embark Trucks’ (W16) Road to IPO

Read how Embark Trucks, a Y Combinator W16 startup founded by young entrepreneurs, evolved from campus shuttles to self-driving trucks and reached its IPO milestone.

Aug 4, 2026

Employee #1: Amazon

Read an interview with Shel Kaphan, Amazon's first employee, discussing his journey from programmer to founding team member and early company building.

Aug 4, 2026

Elizabeth Iorns on Biotech Companies in YC

Elizabeth Iorns, CEO of Science Exchange, discusses common questions from biotech founders considering Y Combinator in this expert podcast episode.

Aug 4, 2026

Elon Musk on How to Build the Future

Explore Elon Musk's insights on building the future, from AI and genetics to sustainable energy and Mars colonization in this Y Combinator interview.

Aug 4, 2026

Does co-founder matching work? It did for these YC companies.

Explore how YC's co-founder matching platform helped Sequin and Kiwi Biosciences find their ideal co-founders and secure funding.

Aug 4, 2026

Edlyft Co-Founder and CEO Erika Hairston: How Community Can Elevate Tech

Edlyft co-founder and CEO Erika Hairston shares how community and mentorship elevate tech education for underrepresented STEM students.

Aug 4, 2026

East Coast College Tour 2025

Y Combinator visits Harvard, Yale, MIT, Columbia, Cornell, and Cornell Tech in March and April 2025 to meet startup-interested students.

Aug 4, 2026

One-off Early Interviews for Summer 2024 - Apply by Feb 21st

Apply by February 21st for Y Combinator's special one-off early interview round for the next batch with faster decisions and earlier funding.

Aug 4, 2026

Drew Houston on How to Build the Future

Sam Altman interviews Dropbox founder and CEO Drew Houston on building the future and growing a company to 500 million users.

Aug 4, 2026

Diversity & Inclusion at Early Stage Startups

Explore diversity and inclusion strategies for early stage startups through a panel discussion featuring founders and leaders from YC companies.

Aug 4, 2026

Getting to know YC's newest Group Partner, David Lieb

Learn David Lieb's journey from creating Bump to Google Photos and joining Y Combinator as a Group Partner in this exclusive interview.

Aug 4, 2026

Distill: An Interactive, Visual Journal for Machine Learning Research

Explore Distill, an innovative interactive journal for machine learning research featuring visual explanations, code, and dynamic models that transform academic publishing.

Aug 4, 2026

Dilution

Explore equity dilution in startup fundraising, valuation strategies, and how to preserve ownership through thoughtful capital raising decisions.

Aug 4, 2026

Diego Saez Gil on How Pachama Uses Tech to Help Solve Climate Change

Diego Saez Gil discusses how Pachama uses technology and remote sensing to build a carbon offset marketplace addressing climate change.

Aug 4, 2026

Diana Hu on Augmented Reality and Building a Startup in a New Market

Diana Hu discusses her journey cofounding Escher Reality, its acquisition by Niantic, and insights on building AR startups in emerging markets.

Aug 4, 2026

Diana Hu Is YC's Newest Managing Partner

Diana Hu has been promoted to Managing Partner at Y Combinator, bringing extensive experience in AR, ML, and startup scaling.

Aug 4, 2026

Design Review: Aaron Epstein and Garry Tan critique AI startup websites

Aaron Epstein and Garry Tan review AI startup websites, offering design feedback and practical advice for building effective startup web presence.

Aug 4, 2026

Design Review: How to convert more visitors into customers

Learn proven design strategies to convert website visitors into customers, featuring insights from YC partners on calls to action, user experience optimization, and reducing signup friction.

Aug 4, 2026

Design Review: Building a better mobile app

Explore mobile app design principles with expert insights on user context, interface optimization, and real-world usability testing.

Aug 4, 2026

David Zeevi on Personalized Nutrition Based on Your Gut Microbiome

Explore David Zeevi's research on personalized nutrition based on gut microbiome analysis and glycemic response prediction in this Y Combinator podcast episode.

Aug 4, 2026

After creating Google Photos and Bump, David Lieb is our newest Group Partner

David Lieb, creator of Google Photos and Bump, becomes Bam's newest full-time Group Partner, bringing expertise in AI-driven consumer products and founder mentorship.

Aug 4, 2026

Is it time to quit your job at a unicorn?

Explore when to leave a late-stage startup or double down, with insights on evaluating career moves in today's funding landscape.

Aug 4, 2026

Dalton Caldwell’s Move to Partner Emeritus

Dalton Caldwell transitions to Partner Emeritus at YC after 12+ years, moving to co-found Standard Capital, an AI-native Series A firm.

Aug 4, 2026

Crypto Investors Linda Xie and Avichal Garg on Opportunities, Use Cases, and Regulation

Linda Xie and Avichal Garg discuss blockchain, cryptocurrency opportunities, use cases, and regulation in this Y Combinator podcast episode.

Aug 4, 2026

Crypto Evolution

Explore how cryptocurrency forks function as an evolutionary mechanism, allowing digital networks to test multiple futures simultaneously while preserving ownership and community beliefs.

Aug 4, 2026

Cost vs Quality in Edtech - Keith Schacht, Avichal Garg, and Geoff Ralston

Keith Schacht, Avichal Garg, and Geoff Ralston discuss educational technology, startup challenges, and the cost versus quality debate in edtech.

Aug 4, 2026

Cory Doctorow and Joe Betts-Lacroix on Adversarial Interoperability

Explore adversarial interoperability with Cory Doctorow and Joe Betts-Lacroix in this Y Combinator podcast discussion on tech innovation and founder strategy.

Aug 4, 2026

Convincing Engineers to Join Your Team

Learn strategies for increasing engineer offer acceptance rates, from candidate experience design to speed and responsiveness in hiring.

Aug 4, 2026

Congratulations to EquipmentShare on Going Public

Bam celebrates EquipmentShare's IPO milestone, reflecting on the Missouri startup's journey from solving contractor problems to building a national jobsite operating system.

Aug 4, 2026

Come Work at YC - October 2021

Y Combinator is hiring across Admissions, Continuity, Software, People Ops, and Finance teams. Explore open positions and learn more about career opportunities.

Aug 4, 2026

Come Work at YC - July 2021

Y Combinator is hiring across Admissions, Continuity, and Software teams. Explore open positions including Admissions Associate, Product Engineer, Data Engineer, and Investment Associate roles.

Aug 4, 2026

Come Work at YC

Y Combinator is hiring for legal, software, and investment roles. Explore open positions across their legal, product, and continuity teams.

Aug 4, 2026

CoinList Cofounder Andy Bromberg and Ramon Recuero

Listen to CoinList cofounder Andy Bromberg and YC engineer Ramon Recuero discuss token sales, blockchain fundraising, and crypto infrastructure.

Aug 4, 2026

Coinbase (YC S12) in the New Scientist: Launching instant Bitcoin micro payments off-blockchain

New Scientist covers Coinbase's instant Bitcoin micropayments technology, enabling off-blockchain transactions for digital content and services.

Aug 4, 2026

Coinbase from YC to IPO

Explore Coinbase's journey from Y Combinator Summer 2012 batch to public company, tracing founder Brian Armstrong's vision and impact on cryptocurrency adoption.

Aug 4, 2026

Y Combinator Launches Co-Founder Matching Platform

Y Combinator announces its new co-founder matching platform available through Startup School, helping founders find compatible co-founders with optimized matching technology.

Aug 4, 2026

Cindy Mi and Qi Lu Share Advice for Entrepreneurs Building Global Companies

Cindy Mi, founder of VIPKID, and Qi Lu, CEO of YC China, discuss entrepreneurship, product-market fit, and scaling education globally.

Aug 4, 2026

Christopher Golda and Grey Baker Join YC as General Partners

Christopher Golda and Grey Baker are joining Y Combinator as General Partners, bringing extensive founder experience and product scaling expertise to support YC companies.

Aug 4, 2026

Bright's Advice on Building a Startup Internationally

Jonah Greenberger, founder of Bright solar startup, shares insights on launching and scaling a business in Mexico with international teams and navigating regulatory challenges.

Aug 4, 2026

Building for the Blockchain

Explore how blockchain development differs from traditional paradigms, the opportunities it presents for developers, and resources to get started building decentralized applications.

Aug 4, 2026

Building for the future

Explore how Bam is evolving its organizational structure and partnership model to support founders and create lasting impact in the startup ecosystem.

Aug 4, 2026

Building APIs for AI: An Interview with Zapier’s Bryan Helmig

Explore how Zapier's CTO Bryan Helmig discusses building APIs optimized for AI and large language models in this in-depth interview.

Aug 4, 2026

Building AI Models is faster and cheaper than you probably think

Discover how YC companies trained foundation models and shipped AI products to paying customers in just 3 months with smart technical approaches and resourcefulness.

Aug 4, 2026

YC x Coinbase RFS: Build Onchain

Explore YC and Coinbase's vision for Fintech 3.0, discussing opportunities to build onchain with stablecoins, low-cost chains, and regulatory clarity.

Aug 4, 2026

Build for customers, not VCs

Explore why early-stage founders should focus on solving real customer problems rather than chasing venture capital expectations and market predictions.

Aug 4, 2026

Bootstrap or VC?

Explore the key differences between bootstrapping and venture capital funding for startups, and learn which path suits your business goals.

Aug 4, 2026

Boom (YC W16) is Building an Affordable Supersonic Aircraft

Discover how Boom, a Y Combinator startup, is developing a 40-seat supersonic plane for business travel with Mach 2.2 speed capabilities.

Aug 4, 2026

Blockchain Investing with Olaf Carlson-Wee and Aaron Harris

Y Combinator podcast episode featuring Polychain Capital founder Olaf Carlson-Wee and YC partner Aaron Harris discussing blockchain investing and cryptocurrency strategies.

Aug 4, 2026

Black Engineers in Startups Seminar

Join a month-long seminar led by YC leaders connecting Black engineers with startup founders, mentorship, and career guidance for fast-growing companies.

Aug 4, 2026

BillionToOne Goes Public

BillionToOne, YC's fourth publicly traded biotech company, launches genetic testing technology that has transformed prenatal screening for millions of babies across the U.S.

Aug 4, 2026

Basic Income

Explore a research initiative studying universal basic income and its effects on work, happiness, and economic value creation in the United States.

Aug 4, 2026

Baidu's AI Lab Director on Advancing Speech Recognition and Simulation

Interview with Adam Coates, director of Baidu's Silicon Valley AI Lab, discussing advances in speech recognition, text-to-speech technology, and AI research impact.

Aug 4, 2026

Basic Income Research Proposal

Explore Bam's research plan studying basic income effects in the US, with updates on proposed design for larger-scale study.

Aug 4, 2026

Ask A Female Engineer: Thoughts on the Google Memo

Female engineers discuss the Google memo controversy, exploring free speech, diversity in tech, and finding common ground across differing viewpoints.

Aug 4, 2026

Ask a Female Engineer: Employees with Kids and Relationships at Work

Female engineers discuss making workplaces parent-friendly, managing pregnancy and family, and mother-specific initiatives for startups.

Aug 4, 2026

Ask a Female Engineer: How Can Managers Help Retain Technical Women on Their Team?

Female engineers share insights on why they leave companies and what managers can do to retain technical talent on their teams.

Aug 4, 2026

Ask a Female Engineer: Joining a Startup

Female engineers share insights on the conditions and considerations for joining early-stage startups, from team dynamics to workplace flexibility.

Aug 4, 2026

Ask a Female Engineer: Interviewing + Company Culture

Female engineers discuss effective interview practices, company culture, and hiring experiences in tech, sharing perspectives on respectful recruitment and technical assessment.

Aug 4, 2026

Applying to YC Early Decision

Learn how GreenTiger founders navigated YC's Early Decision program while finishing college and launching their commission-free stock trading app.

Aug 4, 2026

Applying to YC Early Decision - Wren (YC S19)

Learn how Wren founders applied to Y Combinator's Early Decision program as USC students and got accepted to the S19 batch.

Aug 4, 2026

Applying to YC Early Decision - Rent the Backyard (YC S19)

Learn how Rent the Backyard founders applied to Y Combinator Early Decision while finishing college and built a successful startup.

Aug 4, 2026

Last chance to apply for YC’s S24 batch

Y Combinator is accepting final applications for the S24 batch through June 13, with decisions by June 20.

Aug 4, 2026

Apply to YC Summer 2021

Learn about Y Combinator Summer 2021 application deadline and remote batch experience from founders who participated in previous cycles.

Aug 4, 2026

Apply Early for YC W21

Learn why applying early to YC Winter 2021 could accelerate your startup's funding timeline beyond the regular interview cycle.

Aug 4, 2026

Announcing the YC Spring 2025 batch

Y Combinator launches its first-ever Spring 2025 batch with applications now open through February 11. Join the accelerator program running four times yearly.

Aug 4, 2026

Announcing YC Build Sprint and 20 Equity-Free Grants

Bam announces the YC Build Sprint, a 4-week intensive program for founders with 20 $10,000 equity-free grants available to winners.

Aug 4, 2026

Announcing the Y Combinator Podcast

Bam announces the launch of the Y Combinator podcast, featuring interviews with startup founders, investors, and industry leaders across multiple platforms.

Aug 4, 2026

Announcing the Startup School 2019 Grant Recipients

Bam announces the 2019 Startup School grant recipients, recognizing twelve promising startups awarded equity-free grants for their progress.

Aug 4, 2026

Announcing Startup School Winter 2020

Startup School Winter 2020 launches January 20, 2020, featuring an 8-week course with new Q&A sessions with YC partners and an improved forum experience for founders.

Aug 4, 2026

Announcing Startup School Beijing

Y Combinator's inaugural Startup School conference comes to Beijing on May 19, 2018, featuring founders and partners discussing startup innovation.

Aug 4, 2026

Announcing Startup School 2022

Startup School 2022 opens registration for a free 7-week online course starting June 27, featuring YC partners, successful founders, and in-person meetups in over 100 cities worldwide.

Aug 4, 2026

Announcing Our Guidelines for Edtech Products

Bam shares comprehensive guidelines for edtech products, developed with an educator advisory board to help founders meet education customer needs.

Aug 4, 2026

Amplitude (W12) is going public

Read how Amplitude, a Y Combinator W12 company founded by Spenser Skates and Curtis Liu, achieved its public offering milestone.

Aug 4, 2026

Anne Wojcicki on How to Build the Future

Anne Wojcicki, cofounder and CEO of 23andMe, discusses building the future of genetic testing and healthcare innovation in this Y Combinator interview.

Aug 4, 2026

An Update on YC S20 International Interviews

Y Combinator updates on Summer 2020 batch interviews moving to remote format due to COVID-19 safety concerns.

Aug 4, 2026

Join us at AI Startup School

YC's first AI Startup School gathers 2,000 top CS students and recent graduates in San Francisco on June 16-17 to learn from world-leading AI experts and founders.

Aug 4, 2026

Amber Atherton of Zyper and Iba Masood of TARA on Raising a Series A as a Female Founder

Female founders Amber Atherton of Zyper and Iba Masood of TARA discuss raising Series A funding, investor evaluation, and fundraising strategy.

Aug 4, 2026

An update on YC China

Y Combinator announces strategic changes to YC China, shifting focus back to supporting startups from Silicon Valley headquarters.

Aug 4, 2026

Mailgun's Advice on Startup Acquisitions

Mailgun founders share insights on startup acquisitions, discussing their YC experience and decision to sell to Rackspace.

Aug 4, 2026

Afrostream (YC S15) Makes It Easy To Find And Watch African And African-American Movies

Discover how Afrostream, a Y Combinator startup, is revolutionizing access to African and African-American films through dedicated streaming.

Aug 4, 2026

Advice for New Managers

Essential management guidance for new leaders covering delegation, team growth, recognition, and building a high-performing workplace culture.

Aug 4, 2026

Aaron Harris on Fundraising and Meeting with Investors

Learn seed and Series A fundraising strategies from YC Partner Aaron Harris, covering investor outreach, meetings, and evaluation techniques.

Aug 4, 2026

Adding Canada Back to Our List of Accepted Countries of Incorporation

Bam announces Canada's reinstatement as an accepted country of incorporation, welcoming Canadian founders to apply to the program.

Aug 4, 2026

A.I. Policy and Public Perception - Miles Brundage and Tim Hwang

Explore AI policy and public perception with Miles Brundage and Tim Hwang discussing malicious uses of artificial intelligence and governance challenges.

Aug 4, 2026

9 Companies from the YC W19 Batch Part 3

Explore 9 Y Combinator Winter 2019 startups including Cityfurnish, Gordian Software, JetPack Aviation, Cherry, and Searchlight in this detailed company overview.

Aug 4, 2026

9 Companies from the YC W19 Batch

Discover 9 startups from Y Combinator's Winter 2019 batch, including Cosmic JS, Glide, GoLinks, MedCrypt, Nowports, and Our World in Data.

Aug 4, 2026

2026 Demo Day Dates

Mark your calendar for Y Combinator's 2026 Demo Day schedule with four confirmed dates throughout the year for founders and investors.

Aug 4, 2026

2022 YC Year in Review

Bam reviews Y Combinator's 2022 achievements, including 650+ funded startups, 16 public companies, and major exits across diverse industries.

Aug 4, 2026

2021

Geoff Ralston reflects on Y Combinator's 2021 achievements, including ten companies going public and record seed funding growth during the pandemic.

Aug 4, 2026

2020

Bam's 2020 year in review reflects on pandemic transformation, remote work adaptation, and notable company exits and IPOs throughout the year.

Aug 4, 2026

2017 YC Annual Letter

Sam Altman's annual letter to the Y Combinator community detailing YC's progress, funded companies, and vision for innovation and the future.

Aug 4, 2026

17 Companies from the YC W19 Batch Part 4

Explore 17 startups from Y Combinator's Winter 2019 batch, including InsideSherpa, Eatgeek, jet.law, ampUp, Keeper Tax, and Saratoga Energy.

Aug 4, 2026

13 Startup Ideas

Explore 13 innovative startup ideas from Y Combinator alumni and staff, including AI for dogs, smart bathrooms, and blockchain solutions.

Aug 4, 2026

13 Companies from the YC Winter 2019 Batch Part 2

Explore 13 Y Combinator Winter 2019 startups including Dyneti, Point, Traverse, Withfriends, PadPiper, and MyScoot in this detailed company overview.

Aug 4, 2026

11 YC startups hiring for biology, life sciences, chemistry and data informatics roles

Explore open biology, chemistry, and data informatics roles at 11 YC-funded startups ranging from early-stage biotech to nearly-public companies.

Aug 4, 2026

10 Questions to Discuss with a Potential Co-founder

Essential questions to ask a potential co-founder before committing to a startup partnership, covering roles, equity, location, and financial expectations.

Aug 4, 2026

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