Hi! I’m Michelle Lim. I am working on a new venture.
Previously, I was the second employee at Warp, a Sequoia-backed Series B company reimagining the terminal for developers. I initially joined as their first software engineer and built the public beta product. Then, I led Product and Growth, growing their user base to hundreds of thousands of users. More on the transition here.
I also invest in and advise early-stage startups. I advise startups on their growth and data stack, growth strategy, and product/GTM hiring. If you’re looking for an advisor, feel free to reach out!
I live in San Francisco. In my free time, I like to write essays on engineering, society, and film. I enjoy watching films with friends, swimming, and Pilates. You can find me at Twitter, Linkedin, Github or email.
Sep 13, 2020
Stop just using “Frontend” or “Backend” to describe the Engineering you like —
Why the “frontend” vs “backend” engineering axis doesn't map well to engineers’ psychology. And how using just one division can lead to job mismatches, turnover, and even push some new grad engineers into product management.Jan 23, 2020
It's Not About the Stars —
My essay about why milennials and I love horoscopes unironically.Oct 24, 2019
Gold Rush —
I notice that the two main streets running through downtown San Francisco are Mission Street and Market Street. They run parallel to each other; they never intersect.Nov 2, 2021
My First Film Festival —
My first experience attending a film festival, namely the New York Film Festival 2021.Nov 2, 2021
Reviews of selected films from the New York Film Festival 2021 —
My reviews of Joel Coen’s 'Tragedy of Macbeth', Joachim Trier’s 'The Worst Person in the World', Joan Campion’s 'The Power of the Dog', Rebecca Hall’s 'Passing', and Celine Sciamma’s 'Petite Maman'.Oct 14, 2021
The Loft —
I live in a loft my housemates and I built from wooden boards. We built it because my Manhattan bedroom was too small. This is a photo-essay that walks you through the process.