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A Founder’s Journey: Building Rookeyz App - Episode 3

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Gina Chiruță
February 6, 2025
5 min read

Once you have your idea and the right tech team, how do you actually build the product? Having worked on many startup projects, we know every founder’s journey is different. In this episode, Armina shares what it was really like working with us and the key lessons she learned along the way.

What happens after you find your tech partner? In this episode, Armina talks about the collaboration process—what worked, what she learned, and what founders should expect when working with a software development team.

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Building an app isn’t just about coding—it’s about communication, alignment, and iteration. Armina shares her honest experience working with our team, including key takeaways for founders stepping into product development.

At Gatenor, we thrive on partnerships that go beyond just writing code. Working with Armina and bringing Rookeyz to life was an incredible experience, and we’re always excited to support founders in transforming their ideas into successful products.

Building an app is more than just writing code—it’s about collaboration and strategy. But what about AI? In Episode 4, Armina shares her thoughts on AI, its role in startups, and whether you actually need it. Check out Episode 4 here!

Gina Chiruță
Head of Business Dev
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