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## Introduction

The fast-paced world of startups is often driven by innovation and the relentless pursuit of market leadership. However, as new technologies and methodologies emerge, many startups encounter a significant challenge: managing legacy systems and technical debt. At the Duck Conf 2026, Maria Mokbel, founding engineer and tec...

legacy management, technical debt, Duck Conf 2026, Maria Mokbel, startup challenges, engineering leadership, tech lead insights, software development, innovation in startups

## Introduction

In the fast-paced world of startups, innovation and agility are often at the forefront of success. However, as many entrepreneurs and tech teams quickly discover, the growth and development of a startup can lead to the accumulation of technical legacy—a challenge that can hinder progress if not addressed ef...

legacy management, Duck Conf 2026, Maria Mokbel, technical debt, startup challenges, software engineering, technical leadership, innovation in startups, legacy systems

## Introduction

In the fast-paced realm of startups, innovation is often accompanied by the shadow of technical legacy. At the Duck Conf 2026, Maria Mokbel, the founding engineer and tech lead at Billy, shared her invaluable insights on how her team successfully navigated the complexities of technical legacy accumulated in just ...

startups, Stripe Atlas, 2025, entrepreneurship, AI agents, international market, revenue generation, early-stage companies, business trends, technology

## Introduction

The landscape of entrepreneurship underwent a remarkable transformation in 2025, particularly for early-stage startups. Fueled by a confluence of technological advancements and evolving market dynamics, founders have launched companies with unprecedented pace and efficiency. As we reflect on the year, three key shifts emerge tha...