Definition
A moat is what makes a startup defensible. Warren Buffett popularized the term. For tech startups, the strongest moats are network effects (more users = better product), switching costs (hard to leave), and proprietary technology. GitDealFlow's engineering velocity helps assess whether a team is building real technology moats.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the strongest startup moat?
Network effects (e.g., marketplaces, social platforms) create winner-take-all dynamics. Switching costs (enterprise SaaS with deep integrations) create high retention. GitDealFlow tracks integration-repo expansion as a proxy for switching-cost moats.