Two Great Talks from SLLConf: A Must-Watch for Startup School Attendees

The Startup Lessons Learned Conference (SLLConf) is a must-attend event for any aspiring entrepreneur or anyone interested in learning about the ins and outs of building a successful business. One of the best things about SLLConf is that they livestream the entire conference on Justin.tv. So you can brush your teeth, have breakfast, clean the bathrooms, and do a couple phone calls at the same time!

This article focuses on two of the best talks from SLLConf: Steve Blank's "Customer Development 2.0: Why Accountants Don’t Run Startups" and Kent Beck's "Beyond Agile Programming".

Steve Blank: Customer Development 2.0 "Why Accountants Don’t Run Startups"

Steve Blank is a legendary entrepreneur and author who has mentored numerous successful startups. His talk at SLLConf is a must-watch for anyone interested in learning more about customer development, a key element of lean startup methodology.

In his talk, Steve outlines the importance of customer development and why it's essential for startups to understand their target audience and validate their business ideas.

He also emphasizes the need for entrepreneurs to be constantly learning and adapting, based on customer feedback.

He shares valuable insights about how to build a successful business by understanding the needs of your customers.

Kent Beck: Beyond Agile Programming

Kent Beck is a renowned software developer and one of the founders of the agile software development movement. His talk at SLLConf is a must-watch for anyone who wants to improve their understanding of agile methodologies, especially those focused on software development.

Kent discusses the principles of agile programming and how they can be applied to the startup world.

He emphasizes the importance of iteration and customer feedback, which are essential for building a successful product.

He goes beyond typical agile concepts and emphasizes the importance of being flexible and adaptable to changing market demands.

Why These Talks Are Important for Startup School Attendees

Both Steve Blank and Kent Beck are pioneers in their respective fields. Their talks are highly valuable for anyone interested in learning more about customer development, lean startup methodologies, and agile software development. Here's why you should check out their presentations if you're attending Startup School:

Both of these talks are extremely relevant to the curriculum at Startup School.

Attending Startup School often requires understanding lean and agile principles.

These talks will give you a better understanding of how to validate your business ideas, iterate on your product, and build a successful company.

You can access them anytime you want, thanks to the magic of Justin.tv.

Conclusion

Startup School is all about teaching aspiring entrepreneurs how to build successful businesses. Attending the Startup School conference is a great opportunity to network with other entrepreneurs, learn from industry experts, and get valuable insights on how to build a successful company. The talks from SLLConf that we mentioned above are a great place to start your learning journey.

If you're interested in learning more about customer development, lean startup methodologies, or agile software development, be sure to check out the talks from Steve Blank and Kent Beck at SLLConf!

Looking Forward to Startup School

The author also highlights that they're looking forward to the upcoming Startup School conference, which will be a great opportunity to connect with other entrepreneurs and learn about the latest trends in the startup world.

If you're interested in attending Startup School, be sure to visit their website for more information.