Insoshi
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Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W08)
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Michael HartlFounder2008–2009Michael Hartl authored the Ruby on Rails Tutorial and Learn Enough books, and previously founded Softcover (acquired in 2022) and Insoshi, an open-source social networking platform from Y Combinator's 2008 cohort.
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Long NguyenFounder2008–2009Long Nguyen is the founder of Insoshi and has held technical leadership roles including CTO and director of technology across technology, social media, and biopharmaceutical companies.
Investors · 1
Y Combinatorlisted by Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K
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Legal entities · 1
corporate structureInsoshi, Inc.
Frequently asked questions
- Who founded Insoshi?
- Insoshi was founded by Michael Hartl, Long Nguyen.
- Who are Insoshi's investors?
- Insoshi's investors include Y Combinator.
