The simulation provided hands-on, practical engineering and product data experience—from writing SQL analytics queries and analyzing daily active user trends to framing structured product hypotheses for startups. It gave me a clear perspective on how fast-paced YC startups prioritize metrics and feature ideas.

I liked the practical and startup-focused nature of the simulation. The frontend, backend, analytics, and YC startup research tasks gave me a better understanding of how software engineers work in fast-moving startup environments. I especially enjoyed solving real product problems, analysing feature outcomes, and researching startup roles that match my AI, product, and engineering interests.

"I really enjoyed how the simulation felt like real work at an actual startup. The tasks were practical and hands-on — building a Kanban board, connecting it to a backend, analyzing real data, and applying to YC startups. It gave me a genuine feel for what it's like to work at a Y Combinator startup and helped me build real skills I can show to employers."