Bootstrap

laarzenstrop

(a loop at the top of a boot to help in pulling it on)

laarzentrekker

(a loop at the top of a boot to help in pulling it on)

opstart

(the process by which the operating system of a computer is loaded into its memory — see also boot)

springplank

(a means of advancing oneself or accomplishing something)

trampoline

(a means of advancing oneself or accomplishing something)

zelfredzaam zijn

(to help (oneself) without the aid of others)

zichzelfhelpen

(to help (oneself) without the aid of others)