u/Straight_Mousse_8238

Hey! I am thinking of doing this startup or like this app project and would really love some advice or feedback.

 One of the biggest issue is the distraction from social media and phone usage that can detract people away from doing actual work, leading to accumulated stress and workload. This is sometimes highlighted with groups of friends or people studying whereas one person that does pick up their phone may influence other people in picking it up to. Screen blockers and app blockers do not work due to one important thing, which is that it still requires independence and autonomy. People could easily delete the app. 

AIM: Create an online application whereas friends can monitor whether(but not activity such as texting, calling and personal info) if someone is on certain apps such as social media with invitation and permission and have the ability to temporarily flag a certain app on each other’s phone  such that when they do attempt to access the app while studying, it requires whoever you shared this study space with to authenticate access. This will be similar to life 360 in that this will only work if you approve of a friends circle and it’s within your own circle and you have the ability to get out of the group or disable the group. However, studies do show that this type of way to “get out” or “disable” is less done than simply deleting an app. With this it allows studying or any other activities to be much more interactive, allowing you to talk to other people rather than simply staring at your phone and it will be programmed such that you can choose what apps to restrict and the authentication process will not spill any private data. This idea does not cross any patents. Though it is just an interest project and the ultimate goal is to create a sample build. 

Thank you!

Hey! I have a startup idea that I am working on right now and would really love for some people to help out and become cofounders and gain ownership as well. I find that building something with other people are much more important than just solo work.

Below is the idea description and please feel free to reply if you are willing to contribute!

“One of the biggest issue is the distraction from social media and phone usage that can detract people away from doing actual work, leading to accumulated stress and workload. This is sometimes highlighted with groups of friends or people studying whereas one person that does pick up their phone may influence other people in picking it up to. Screen blockers and app blockers do not work due to one important thing, which is that it still requires independence and autonomy. People could easily delete the app. 

AIM: Create an online application whereas friends can monitor whether(but not activity such as texting, calling and personal info) if someone is on certain apps such as social media with invitation and permission and have the ability to temporarily flag a certain app on each other’s phone  such that when they do attempt to access the app while studying, it requires whoever you shared this study space with to authenticate access. This will be similar to life 360 in that this will only work if you approve of a friends circle and it’s within your own circle and you have the ability to get out of the group or disable the group. However, studies do show that this type of way to “get out” or “disable” is less done than simply deleting an app. With this it allows studying or any other activities to be much more interactive, allowing you to talk to other people rather than simply staring at your phone and it will be programmed such that you can choose what apps to restrict and the authentication process will not spill any private data. This idea does not cross any patents. Though it is just an interest project and the ultimate goal is to create a sample build. “

Will start coding and setting up next week. No patent crossing for this and would love to include some other people into this project. If you need further clarifications. Please let me know! But even if you cannot help out, please feel free to provide any advice. Any advice is very useful in this case!

Hey! I have a startup idea that I am working on right now and would really love for some people to help out and become cofounders and gain ownership as well. I find that building something with other people are much more important than just solo work.

Below is the idea description and please feel free to reply if you are willing to contribute!

“One of the biggest issue is the distraction from social media and phone usage that can detract people away from doing actual work, leading to accumulated stress and workload. This is sometimes highlighted with groups of friends or people studying whereas one person that does pick up their phone may influence other people in picking it up to. Screen blockers and app blockers do not work due to one important thing, which is that it still requires independence and autonomy. People could easily delete the app. 

AIM: Create an online application whereas friends can monitor whether(but not activity such as texting, calling and personal info) if someone is on certain apps such as social media with invitation and permission and have the ability to temporarily flag a certain app on each other’s phone  such that when they do attempt to access the app while studying, it requires whoever you shared this study space with to authenticate access. This will be similar to life 360 in that this will only work if you approve of a friends circle and it’s within your own circle and you have the ability to get out of the group or disable the group. However, studies do show that this type of way to “get out” or “disable” is less done than simply deleting an app. With this it allows studying or any other activities to be much more interactive, allowing you to talk to other people rather than simply staring at your phone and it will be programmed such that you can choose what apps to restrict and the authentication process will not spill any private data. This idea does not cross any patents. Though it is just an interest project and the ultimate goal is to create a sample build. “

Will start coding and setting up next week. No patent crossing for this and would love to include some UBC students(I’m a UBC student) in this side project if interested.

Hi! I’m trying to build this consumer app idea based on a survey that was recently performed in my university. I attached the aim and if you guys could give some advice or feedback that would be greatly appreciated!

AIM: Create an online application whereas friends can monitor whether(but not activity such as texting, calling and personal info) if someone is on certain apps such as social media with invitation and permission and have the ability to temporarily flag a certain app on each other’s phone  such that when they do attempt to access the app while studying, it requires whoever you shared this study space with to authenticate access. This will be similar to life 360 in that this will only work if you approve of a friends circle and it’s within your own circle and you have the ability to get out of the group or disable the group. However, studies do show that this type of way to “get out” or “disable” is less done than simply deleting an app. With this it allows studying or any other activities to be much more interactive, allowing you to talk to other people rather than simply staring at your phone and it will be programmed such that you can choose what apps to restrict and the authentication process will not spill any private data. This idea does not cross any patents. Though it is just an interest project and the ultimate goal is to create a sample build. 

Hey! Is there anyone in Sauder right now thinking of starting a start-up team about a technology related issue? Please feel free to connect, I’m a 2nd year student at ubc and is really curious about the startup ecosystem in UBC and Vancouver and wish to contribute as a member to any projects or startups happening to gain further insight and experience. Please connect if you are thinking of starting one for Case Competitions, etc.

Hey. Is there anyone looking to create a startup team in Vancouver? I’m wondering if I could connect. Also any advice on how to make one?

Does anyone know about the UBC startup environment? I know there’s UBC startup but how did people start? Feel free to connect!

Hello!

I am currently a 2nd year University Student that is very interested in the startup ecosystem, preferably Vancouver but also in other places.

I’m not currently building a startup by myself, but I really want to get more exposure to the process and contribute where I can To gain the experience. I can helping with product research, external and internal relations, customer discovery, testing, data analysis, marketing, or any other sectors, I wish to collaborate and learn about how creating startups work. I have had experience working with industries such as StemCell technologies but I am hoping to contribute to more local and early start ups and ideas would help a lot!

For founders in general:

• What are you currently building?
• What's been the biggest challenge so far?
• Are there areas where early-stage startups often need help with?

I'm mainly looking to meet people, learn from the community, and get involved in interesting projects. Even if you don't need help, I'd love to hear what you're working on and how you got started. Please feel free to dm me I would love to connect!

Thanks!

Hey did anyone get any notice from mgcy about the result for the hlpf? Haven’t heard anything back yet.

Hello!

I am currently a 2nd year University Student that is very interested in the startup ecosystem throughout Vancouver.

I’m not currently building a startup by myself, but I really want to get more exposure to the process and contribute where I can To gain the experience. I can helping with product research, external and internal relations, customer discovery, testing, data analysis, marketing, or any other sectors, I wish to collaborate and learn about how creating startups work. I have had experience working with industries such as StemCell technologies but I am hoping to contribute to more local and early start ups and ideas would help a lot!

For founders in Vancouver:

• What are you currently building?
• What's been the biggest challenge so far?
• Are there areas where early-stage startups often need help with?

I'm mainly looking to meet people, learn from the community, and get involved in interesting projects. Even if you don't need help, I'd love to hear what you're working on and how you got started. Please feel free to dm me I would love to connect!

Thanks!