Becoming Top 1%: The Code of Engineering by Sahin Boydas

Sahin Boydas is a tech visionary and serial entrepreneur with a track record of scaling startups from ground zero to exit in Silicon Valley's high-stakes arena. Co-founding 8 startups and being a CTO in 7 of them, including MovieLaLa and backing 80+ startups. Among his notable achievements is the rapid scale and exit of Remote Team, which he impressively led to acquisition by Gusto in just 580 days, a venture that was managed and run entirely remotely. This achievement highlights not only the efficiency of a fully remote operation but also the effectiveness of remote engagements with investors and during the exit process. His coding prowess is notable, with over 5000 GitHub stars, started 25+ open-source projects, and 13 Product Hunt launches. Beyond his startup successes, Sahin has made significant inroads in the tech ecosystem, participating in elite accelerators like 500 Startups Batch 19, Stanford StartX Batch S19, Betaworks Vision Camp, and Quark Accelerator engaging with 500+ investors, and invested in 80+ startups. His mentorship has propelled hundreds of engineers to FAANG-level careers, underpinned by his extensive speaking engagements at global universities. Sahin's blend of technical skill, entrepreneurial spirit, and community involvement positions him as a pivotal figure in shaping the next gen of tech leaders.As the author of "Becoming Top 1%, which aims to elevate engineers to FAANG-level careers and “ "Becoming," a 20 course education program to help people rise above their consciousness on thinking and self understanding.In his book, "Becoming Top 1%," Sahin Boydas consolidates these experiences and lessons learned on the front lines of Silicon Valley and the global tech scene. The book is not just a recount of his personal journey; it's a comprehensive guide designed to empower other engineers and tech enthusiasts to excel in their fields. Sahin's approach goes beyond the conventional focus on technical skills. He emphasizes the importance of a developer's lifestyle, biohacking, creative thinking, continuous learning, and effective communication. "Becoming Top 1%" serves as a mentorship in print, offering readers a holistic framework to enhance their lives and maximize their professional capacity. Sahin Boydas has distilled his lifetime of achievements and challenges into actionable insights, aiming to inspire and guide individuals towards becoming the best in the industry, starting with improvements in their daily lives and overall capabilities. Read more