Exactly 18 years ago today, I launched VK—my first big company.
Single-handedly building VK back in 2006 was an experience that shaped my whole career. I did everything: front-end, back-end, UX/UI, system admin work, and product management. It taught me the basics of each role and how a social network really works.
I realized that no task is too complex—just a bunch of smaller ones that look intimidating when stacked together. Break them down, and you’ll get through.
Full story: t.me/durov/355
Pavel Durov
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A @grttme project - Other backups: @Hallotme
Single-handedly building VK back in 2006 was an experience that shaped my whole career. I did everything: front-end, back-end, UX/UI, system admin work, and product management. It taught me the basics of each role and how a social network really works.
I realized that no task is too complex—just a bunch of smaller ones that look intimidating when stacked together. Break them down, and you’ll get through.
Full story: t.me/durov/355
Pavel Durov
Telegram Twitter News by @TwitterTelegramNews
A @grttme project - Other backups: @Hallotme