Discover essential insights for first-time startup CTOs in this 52-minute conference talk from GeeCON 2023. Gain valuable knowledge from Sebastian Gebski's experience as a former startup CTO and current startup collaborator. Navigate the challenges of a startup's early days by learning to prioritize effectively and make crucial decisions. Explore major decision points, key concerns, and pressing questions that need addressing. Participate in an interactive experience as an artificial startup is created and taken for a virtual spin, illustrating the covered challenges in a practical manner. Equip yourself with the tools to wisely choose your battles and set your startup on the path to success.