How to get into YC｜Beta Edition
Thinking of applying to YC? Already working on your startup but not sure if you're ready?
Join us for an exclusive in-person event featuring YC-backed founders who’ve successfully gone from idea → application → Demo Day (and beyond).
In this candid session, you’ll hear:
What makes a standout YC application
How founders with no traction still got in
What happens during the 3-month sprint inside the YC batch
How to think about fundraising post-Demo Day
Biggest lessons they wish they knew earlier
Whether you're applying for the next batch, debating a pivot, or just curious about the inside track — this is your chance to learn from those who’ve done it.
Agenda
6:00 – 6:30 PM | Check-in & Welcome Mixer
Grab a drink, meet fellow founders, and settle in.
6:30 – 6:35 PM | Opening Remarks
Quick intro from the host team and what to expect tonight.
6:35 – 7:20 PM | YC Founders Panel
From Idea to Application to Demo Day
Founders from recent YC batches share how they got in, what surprised them most, and what they’d do differently.
7:20 – 7:35 PM | Live Q&A
Audience questions — ask anything about applying, building, or fundraising.
7:35 – 8:30 PM | Open Networking
Meet the speakers, share your startup, and connect with other early-stage builders.
🎤 Speakers to be announced
👀 Limited seats — founders only. Apply to attend. We'll review and send confirmations on a rolling basis.
Sponsored by:
🪄 Trae is an AI-native leading coding IDE in the world. Trae helps developers build faster, smarter, and collaborate better with AI.
No +1s allowed. You must show a QR code or confirmation email to enter the venue. Pro tip: Using your work email increases your chances of getting approved!