Hype watch, mostly facts

MacroCodex founder claims 17,000 users from a beginner-focused launch

Reality check

The growth figures are a founder anecdote with no verified metrics. The Telegram community size is also self-reported.

Read the source at news.ycombinator.com Discussion

What the research found

Founder of MacroCodex says the app grew to 17,000+ users from zero by targeting beginners after a Show HN was flagged; a Telegram community has 2,000+ members. Anecdote, no verified metrics or product release.

Claims and how well the evidence supports them

MacroCodex had 17,000+ users 98%
Show HN submission was flagged 98%
The Telegram community has 2,000+ members 99%

Evidence

news.ycombinator.com https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50189266

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