officially an alien of extraordinary ability.
my O-1 just got approved.
going through this process taught me something i didn't expect: americans are genuinely some of the most helpful people on earth. the friends, mentors, and near strangers who wrote letters, made intros, and picked up the phone when i needed them, none of them had to. they did it anyway.
this is still the best country in the world to build in. the density of talent, capital, and people who want to see you win is unmatched.
for other founders going through the visa gauntlet right now, hang in there. it's worth it.
back to building. excited for what's next.