Are you a non-technical founder struggling with how to build your SaaS or internal tool? In this episode of the No Code Wizardry Podcast, we dive deep into the technical co-founder dilemma: should you find a partner, hire a CTO, or outsource your development? With real stories, insights, and honest advice, we break down the pros and cons so you can avoid costly mistakes and choose the right path for your project and your sanity.

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⏱️ Timestamps:

0:00 - Intro & Podcast Bloopers

0:32 - The Technical Co-Founder Dilemma

1:57 - Is This for Non-Technical Founders?

2:45 - The Founder’s Dilemma: Partner, Hire, or Outsource?

3:28 - The Realities (and Risks) of Partnerships

4:34 - How to Avoid Getting “Scammed” by Tech Jargon

5:39 - Why Founders Must Understand the Tech Side

7:34 - Trust and Skepticism: Vetting Technical Partners

8:31 - Empowerment Through No-Code Tools Like Bubble

9:31 - What to Look for When Hiring a CTO

10:43 - Hiring Employees vs. Finding Technical Partners

12:10 - Business-Minded Devs: The Real Value

13:10 - The Pros & Cons of Outsourcing

14:53 - How We Approach Outsourcing at Ratio.dev

16:48 - What Makes Agencies Different (or Not)

19:49 - Why Never Relinquish Business Control

20:09 - Contracts, Due Diligence, and Lessons Learned

21:21 - No-Code Resource Center & Podcast Outro