Silicon Valley

When it becomes clear that Richard has developed a powerful compression algorithm for his website, Pied Piper, he finds himself courted by Hooli.

Richard and Erlich learn that Peter Gregory won’t pay up until they deliver a viable business plan. Richard hires former Belson underling Jared.

Richard learns that the name “Pied Piper” is already registered to a company. Erlich goes on a vision quest, and Peter Gregory proves elusive.

Richard drunkenly promises to make Erlich a board-member – a decision he regrets. After being unassigned at Hooli, Big Head finds others like him.

Erlich hires a graffiti artist to do the company logo; Jared tries to increase efficiency; Richard gets a new deadline.