And if you're an investor then I know one of them is currently looking for funding. That one is based in London and has started with web accessible data that can be scraped and then storing that data to specifically create trend charts. If you want to know more or are interested in trying their software get in touch as I can introduce you via email even if they don't want to be outed on here.
I'll ask all three whether they would mind being outed, all are currently flying under the radar and are below 6 months old.
Actually yours is one, like I'd miss that out Stavros. I pay attention enough. And when are you coming by London again? That said I'm tempted to come blag some floor space from you next spring. You're right that Athens wasn't great, so now I need to see Thessalonika.
Another one is http://unmagnify.com/ who aren't yet ready to open but have an MVP being used by a few people with data gather, store (inc' trending) and visualise solution with good potential.
The other unnamed one I haven't spoken to yet. If they want to unstealth themselves I'll share.
Ah, good :) My house is always open, just let me know when you want to come over, I just moved into a nice studio. I'm not sure when I'll be coming to London, but it probably won't be that long, I'm due for a visit!
I'll check the other two companies out, thanks! How's yours coming along? I haven't heard any updates...
Mine has been, well the last 6 months have been... interesting.
No technical challenges, but wow on the kind of distractions that can occur when you have user generated content. I've gone through a dark patch and came out stronger for it, doubling down now... rented an office, got a co-founder, honed the vision.
The users of the cycling forum have witnessed most of this and have been badgering to support me, so because of user demand I'm just about to crowd-fund a 1 year runway on the basis of patronage (donations with no returns).
Haven't felt as positive and as focused in a long time. But in hindsight wish I could've avoided some of the distractions this year.
Looking to just turn into a bit of a hermit now. Want to get the v1 out there and used. I've gone and built up demand so now I need to deliver before I lose the interest of those forum admins.
Yeah, that can happen, especially when you're a single founder. I'm glad you're getting things in order, and the patronage model sounds increasingly more tempting. It's bootstrapping and market validation rolled up in one, so if you can get it, it's great.
Do try to get feedback from the target market as early as possible, it'll save a lot of hassle in the long run. A closed alpha works very well, I've found.
I'm looking forward to see what you're making, let me know when you're ready to show it! Also, if you need help with analytics, just email me.
