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skylar
@skylar · ceo, puddle
Since we opened up the product last May, we've learned a ton and simplified the experience around you, your money, and people you trust. This takes into account a lot of the feedback that folks like @shawnborsky have brought up. There was a lot going on in those early iterations.
We'd love to hear what folks think of the new launch today!
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Geoffrey Weg
@geoffreyweg · Betaworks, TechStars, White House
h/t @hunterwalk.
Interesting idea. Curious to hear how they prevent abuse, background check borrowers, etc.
Tyler Hayes
@thetylerhayes · Bebo
I essentially use Venmo for this same purpose but just don't tell my friends about it.
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Ryan Hoover
@rrhoover · Founder, Product Hunt
The FAQ describes Puddle in more detail.
Browsing through the available "puddles" (ie, groups of people pledging and borrowing money), there's a mix of categories, mostly centered around existing communities. I can't think of a use case for myself personally but I like the direction.
Nick Marsh
@choosenick · Head of Product @lostmynameHQ
This really reminds me of an app we tried to make at makeshift called savemates. It didn't work for various reasons. Here's my long write up about why: http://writing.makeshift.io/piec...
Shawn Borsky
@shawnborsky · Design Lead, Mobile - Blizzard
I like this idea a lot but it actually took a bit of browsing around the actual app to "get" it. I also, feel like the puddles need more personality. All they have is a title and faces. Who are these people? Why would I want to join? What makes them like minded?
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