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by KaoruAoiShiho 2773 days ago
Can someone explain what kind of exposure livestreaming like this brings? Is it actually beneficial, what are some success stories (eg something interesting happening due to the stream)?
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>Can someone explain what kind of exposure livestreaming like this brings?

I don't think the goal is exposure for anything that's created, it's more of a live streaming hackathon. If creating a web app is a startup then I've founded more startups than I can even keep track of. The title is somewhat of a misnomer. Check out this comment from one of the team members who organized it.

https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=18476639

It motivates you to make quick progress, as you have a clear deadline and potentially people looking over your shoulder.
>potentially people looking over your shoulder.

It's good motivation to not slack off. You can't look at Reddit or get distracted by YouTube. :)