Building Solana: Chewing Glass with Toly (co-founder of Solana Labs)
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Show Notes
A conversation with Toly, the co-founder of Solana Labs and the Solana blockchain.
Full show notes: solfate.com/podcast/47
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Notes from the show
In this conversation, Toly discusses various topics about Solana and his personal experiences. The main themes covered include the next technical hurdle for Solana with asynchronous execution, balancing family and work, growing up in the post-Soviet Union, Toly's stress-seeking, the emotional impact of Solana's journey, working relationship with Raj, the importance of marketing and community, career vs. personal pursuits, and so much more.
Takeaways
- Solana's next technical hurdle is asynchronous execution.
- Balancing family and work is a personal challenge for founders.
- Growing up in the post-Soviet Union has influenced Toly's perspective.
- Stress-seeking activities can foster team building and camaraderie.
Find Toly and Solana online
- Follow Toly on twitter - @aeyakovenko
- Visit the Solana Lab's website - solanalabs.com
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