I just wanted to say thanks for organizing this event. Coming from outside the valley, it's a little harder to get access to learn from such high-profile people.
I had a wonderful time connecting with different people and hearing their stories and startups. Good luck to everyone I talked to that have YC interviews!
Thanks again YCombinator and everyone who made it possible. I had a great time and learned a lot.
The line up was top-notch, and between Greg McAdoo's and Sam Altman's fundraising demystification, DHH's evangelism of charging users, PG's preaching about being good, and the opinionated snoring dude with the hat, it was both an inspirational and entertaining day.
I quit my job, found a co-founder and moved to California. It hasn't all been easy since then but it has all been worthwhile :D
Great speakers and great topics. I learned a lot, met a lot of folks, and had fun. Thanks again!
I finally met kirubakaran, alaskamiller, iamelgringo, dfranke, dcurtis, Xichekolas, rms, and a whole bunch of lurkers. (Sorry if I missed anyone). Hanging out with you guys was very cool and inspirational.
I only wished I could have finally met nickb. Every time someone said they saw him, he went around the corner just before I got there.
The area and the facilities were top notch and our hosts were especially gracious - thank you pg, Jessica, and Trevor!
Every speaker was exceptional. Thanks to all of you!
It might be a good idea to start thinking about how to measure the effect of these kinds of programs by examining those of us who don't go through the formal yc program. I certainly intend to do my part to positively effect that metric.
Now back to the diaspora with my newfound energy and plans.
I did hear a few people saying they wished they had learned more. If any of you read this, I'm curious what you would have like to have seen/heard?
Jessica, PG, and crew -- thanks!