hiring vs. buying to produce a prototype
ksowocki: I would strongly consider partnering with a developer who has the right skillset.  Starting a start-up is a long-term gig. When you are hiring or buying, you are partnering with someone who may only be with you for 1 or 2 iterations.  Their motive is short term profit, and your motive is long term biz-dev.  When you partner with someone, both of your motivates are aligned to the long-term.