[Finbarr]

> Application process shouldn't be based on acceptance/rejection, but rather a process. Startups should be encouraged to apply, and continue to update their progress with YC.

This is a good idea. Look out for some announcements from us soon: https://twitter.com/sama/status/821538708943880193

I've been rejected 4 times too. It doesn't feel good, but you need to be able to take these things in your stride and keep going. Startups are a grind.

> In fact, I've never encountered a human during the entire application process. Everything was very automated: submit an application, then rejection with zero feedback.

I can guarantee you that multiple people look at every single application. This is actually part of the reason it's hard to give feedback to everyone who applies (let alone the sheer volume) - the reasons for rejection can vary between reviewers. After all the scores are tallied, there's no single individual who can speak to why a given application didn't make the cut.

[tpae]

Thanks, I don't plan on stopping anytime soon. I am feeling pretty good, rejection is just part of life :P

I just wanted to give feedback, didn't mean to vent.

I would love to see YC going in that direction. Looking forward to it!