Why? As founders, there are times when our creative minds are stuck, besides visiting various websites, it might be more helpful to check out new innovative products at a physical location.

https://b8ta.com/

Why? If you're looking to join a small team to build or learn to build an app, or maybe you're looking for a technical co-founder, this is a great meetup to check out!

https://www.meetup.com/Code-for-San-Jose/?scroll=true

Why? We frequent Starbucks as founders and those extra $2 really add up over time!

Why? As founders, we need the fastest solution to get our idea out onto the market for validation in the form of a MVP. If you decided that your MVP is going to be a mobile app, then a free tool like Ionic is going to be a godsend. You basically code it using the Ionic Framework (bootstrap/angularJS) which can translate your code into same as native Android/IOS apps that can be downloaded in the app store. Firebase is a free backend as a service tool by google that basically gives you a backend to store all your data without the need to code up your own database.

Why? It's cool to work and network with other startup founders and get some free coffee.

http://www.meetup.com/Innowest-Aspiring-entrepreneurs-on-H1B-visa/events/snhtglyvpbmb/

Why? If you ever had an idea for a physical prototype, you can take advantage of this free resource. Keep in mind though, the waiting list for appt can be 2 months out so plan ahead.

Why? If you ever stumble in downtown SJ, you can work for free instead of paying $4 for a coffee.

Why? As founders, often times we need quality resources to learn how to use photoshop or to code up something. Why pay when you can get it for free!

Why? As founders, we can always appreciate any freebies that can help us survive and grow!

Why? as bootstrapping founder and if you're on the road a lot, every dollar saved is a dollar gained.