Reading this archive: These are historical examples, not a ranking of current companies. Embedded decks contain the presenters' claims and may show forecasts. Unsourced fundraising detail blocks have been removed; a deck's presence does not prove it secured investment.
Questions to use when reviewing these decks
Separate community adoption from paying-customer conversion. Explain what remains open and what customers purchase. Include the cost of support and maintenance when presenting the business model.
To compare the business model with a related sector, read Enterprise Software Pitch Deck: 5 Best Examples. For another perspective on evidence and adoption, see App Pitch Deck: 6 Best Startup Examples.
ArangoDB
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ArangoDB is a multi-model database that lets you natively work with graphs, documents and fulltext search.
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Binpress
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Binpress helped developers build a business by working on open-source projects. It was acquired by CodersClan and shut down.
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Cloudera
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Cloudera is a data management software for enterprise companies.
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Kong
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Kong is a service connectivity platform that provides the modern enterprise with on-demand services using today’s most popular cloud technologies.
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Mycroft
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Mycroft offers a suite of open source technologies to build platforms for voice-powered applications.
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MySQL
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MySQL is a fast, reliable and flexible open-source database that supports sophisticated web-based or embedded database applications.
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StackShare
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StackShare is the way for developers to discover, connect, and learn from each other while building their careers.
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Further reading
Sequoia: Writing a Business Plan — General guidance on structuring a business pitch; not evidence of any company's fundraising.
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