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StartCards - A method for early-stage software startups

Apr 2023 · Information and Software Technology · Vol 160, pp. 107224 · 25 citations · ⚡ 1 influential · 61 references
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TL;DR

The first published version of StartCards is presented, which is considered useful for early-stage startups and can also be used as a pedagogical tool in startup education.

Abstract

course of 4 AR cycles. During the AR process, the method was used by 44 student startup teams in a practical course setting. Data from the use of the method was collected through self-reporting in the form of modified learning diaries, mentoring meetings with the startup teams, and a qualitative survey. Results: We consider the current version of StartCards useful for early-stage startups based on the data we have collected. The method can also be used as a pedagogical tool in startup education. Conclusions: The paper presents the first published version of the method. While work on the method continues, the method is deemed ready for use.

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