125: No Turning Back

Mar 31, 2026 72m

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Ian and Aaron talk about setting a release date (!) for Outro, huge updates to Solo, a new Cloudflare course, exciting news on the real estate front, and so much more.

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(00:00) - It's Shill Season
(04:02) - Ian's Gotta Ship Outro
(15:00) - Superpowers Are So Good
(20:15) - Cloudflare Durable Objects Course
(31:32) - Cloud Pricing
(36:41) - MCP Servers
(47:23) - Solo Updates
(01:00:18) - Aaron Francis Empire Update

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Shipping Outro and Updates on Solo

Ian and Aaron discuss the impending release of Outro, setting the date for April 6th, which marks a significant milestone after numerous iterations. They delve into the updates regarding the Solo application, emphasizing recent improvements and the importance of making the tool efficient and user-friendly.

Cloudflare Durable Objects Course

A key highlight of the episode is the announcement of a new course about Cloudflare Durable Objects. The discussion navigates through the features and benefits that come with using Cloudflare's infrastructure, including state management and its unique offerings compared to competitors.

Real Estate Developments for Aaron

Aaron shares exciting news about leasing a new commercial space for his projects. He plans to move from his temporary apartment to a dedicated workspace that offers room for creativity and permanence. This new space will improve filming capabilities and allow for a more professional setup.

Navigating the Challenges of Startup Culture

Ian and Aaron talk about the challenges of fundraising and the expectations around it in the tech world, reflecting on how obtaining funds can accelerate growth but also comes with pressures regarding business direction and control.