Code and Conquer - The Indie Hacker Podcast

In this episode of Code & Conquer, Dominik Sobe, a full-time digital nomad and indie hacker, discusses his journey as a solopreneur and the development of his product, HelpKit. He shares his experience of overcoming burnout and the importance of having a supportive community. Dominik also talks about the power of building in public and how it helped him gain traction for his product. He shares the creative idea of creating a fake customer support shop as an April Fools' joke and the positive response it received. Overall, Dominik emphasizes the importance of finding the right market fit and leveraging creative marketing strategies as an indie hacker. Dominik Sobe discusses his journey as a digital nomad and indie hacker. He shares how he transitioned from wanting to become a management consultant to becoming a software developer and building his own products. He talks about the benefits of being a digital nomad, such as living in affordable locations and experiencing different cultures. He also discusses the importance of healthcare and insurance while traveling and provides insights into finding a balance between work and enjoying the travel experience. In this final part of the conversation, Dominik discusses the sketchy parts of living in Southeast Asia, including safety concerns, theft, corruption, and drug laws. He also shares his plans for the future, including growing HelpKit and potentially selling it to achieve financial independence. Dominik emphasizes the importance of finding a community of like-minded people, both online and offline, to combat loneliness while nomading. He advises new indie hackers to try many different things, focus on marketing and distribution, and be comfortable with failure. --- Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Technical Difficulties 18:08 Building in Public and Finding Initial Traction 30:08 The Value of Side Projects and Prioritizing Mental Health 43:11 Navigating Healthcare and Insurance 56:19 Finding Work-Life Balance 01:06:26 Is Digital Nomadism Right for You? 01:20:09 The Future of HelpKit and Financial Independence 01:29:11 Struggles and Demoralization as a Founder 01:37:25 Finding Community and Combating Loneliness as a Nomad 01:46:06 Excitement for Analog Photography and Advice for New Indie Hackers --- Dominik's Twitter: https://twitter.com/sobedominik HelpKit: https://www.helpkit.so/ NomadKit: https://nomadkit.co/ FilmTypes: https://www.filmtypes.com/ My own website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://icebearlabs.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can find this podcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://codeandconquer.fm⁠⁠ Find our product here: ⁠⁠https://www.repodcasted.com/

In this episode, we go behind-the-scenes with Justin, the creator of Quda- a platform for bite-sized educational content and expert Q&A. Justin shares his incredible journey transitioning from the music industry into the indie hacker life, while juggling a day job and family. Hear the fascinating story of how he built Quda using no-code tools to solve his own pain points around learning and knowledge sharing. We dive deep into Justin's monetization strategies, pricing psychology, and the common trap of indie hackers undercharging. He also discusses exploring additional revenue streams like coaching subscriptions. Justin offers authentic insights into embracing an indie hacker mindset, the power of taking imperfect action, and finding the motivation to work on your startup efter hours. Whether you're technical or non-technical, this episode packs tonnes of value for anyone building an indie business. Tune in for an inspiring and incredibly useful conversation! Let Justin's story and advice motivate your own indie hacking adventures. Chapters: Chapters 00:00 Justin's Journey to Indie Hacking 06:03 Introduction to Quda 08:57 Creating a Platform for Short-Form Learning 12:23 Building a B2C Social Platform 19:22 Choosing to Focus on One Product 25:14 Maintaining Motivation and Enjoyment in the Process 28:08 Considering Marketing Strategy Before Launch 34:41 The Importance of Getting the Product in Users' Hands 38:39 Introduction to Repodcasted 39:08 Building Products that Scratch Your Own Itch 40:06 Finding the Right Motivation and Time 40:46 Different Approaches to Building Products 41:14 Marrying Approaches to Your Temperament and Constraints 42:03 Balancing Time and Constraints 43:27 The Challenges of Indie Hacking with Kids 44:21 Managing Time with a Day Job and Family 45:50 The Importance of Loving What You Do 46:20 The Freedom to Experiment with Low-Cost Projects 47:37 The Business Model of Quda 48:37 The Value of Knowledge and the Future of Quda 49:48 Micro Products within Quda 50:56 The Importance of Profitability 51:43 The Business Fundamentals of Indie Hacking 52:23 Getting Educators on the Quda Platform 53:48 The Attraction of Asynchronous Q&A on Quda 55:13 Reaching Out to Creators at the Right Time 56:35 Handling Rejections and Persistence 57:32 Dealing with Rejections and the Importance of Persistence 58:06 The Importance of Persistence and Reaching Out 59:01 Overcoming Perfectionism and Learning Through Doing 01:01:13 The Value of Learning Through Doing 01:02:12 Embracing Imperfection and Learning from Users 01:03:11 Excitement about Text-to-Coding and AI Robotics 01:06:40 The Importance of Building and Finding a Technical Co-founder 01:11:24 Advice for New Indie Hackers: Just Start Building --- Justin's Twitter: https://twitter.com/JustinQuda Quda: https://askquda.com/ --- My own website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://icebearlabs.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can find this podcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://codeandconquer.fm⁠ Find our product here: ⁠https://www.repodcasted.com/

In this episode, Steve McLeod shares the lessons he's learned from building and growing his SaaS product Feature Upvote. Steve discusses his unconventional journey from an IT consultant to a successful indie hacker, including the surprising ways his target market evolved over time. The conversation covers Steve's approach to pricing and customer acquisition, as well as his decision to launch a coaching business alongside his core product. Steve offers counter-intuitive advice and insights that challenge common indie hacker wisdom, providing a refreshingly honest look at the ups and downs of his entrepreneurial path. Whether you're just starting your first indie project or looking to take an established product to the next level, this episode is filled with practical wisdom that could reshape your strategies and mindset as an entrepreneur. ___ 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:02 Discovering the Indie Hacker Community 03:16 Finding Unexpected Customers 04:13 The Pricing Dilemma 05:26 Choosing the Right Target Market 06:32 The Pros and Cons of High Pricing 07:29 Managing Customer Support Expectations 08:19 The Challenges of Running a 24/7 SaaS 08:59 The Importance of Launching Early 09:41 Validating the Product Market Fit 10:11 The Decision to Bootstrap Feature Upvote 11:44 Overcoming the Fear of SaaS Downtime 12:49 Choosing the Right Product Idea 13:33 Dealing with Self-Doubt and Imposter Syndrome 14:27 Acquiring the First Customers 15:52 Building Credibility in Online Communities 19:34 The Importance of Being Helpful in Communities 20:58 The Journey from Zero MRR to Sustainable Income 22:25 The Challenges of Content Writing 23:41 The Definition of Bootstrapping 25:03 The Decision to Persist or Quit 26:18 The Value of Transparency in Marketing 27:34 Dealing with Self-Doubt and Seeking Support 29:08 The Ever-Present Self-Doubt in Entrepreneurship 30:47 The Effectiveness of Different Marketing Strategies 31:59 The Impact of Competitors on Customer Feedback 33:14 The Balance Between Transparency and Competition 34:39 The Importance of Listening to Your Customers 35:48 The Trial and Error of Marketing Techniques 36:46 The Value of Expert Help in Marketing 37:34 The Importance of Getting Started with SEO 38:28 The Impact of AI on SEO 41:11 Creating Long-Form Content for Marketing 42:27 Reusing Content for Different Platforms 44:41 Launching a Coaching Business 45:48 Setting Premium Prices for Coaching 49:39 Balancing Coaching and Business Expansion 53:29 The Future of Feature Upvote and Coaching 55:13 Finding a Balance in Entrepreneurship 58:21 Excitement for HTMX 01:02:57 Advice for Bootstrappers: Charge More ___ Steve's Twitter: https://twitter.com/steveofmcleod Steve's personal website: ⁠https://steveofmcleod.com/ Public Lab: ⁠https://featureupvote.com/ My own website: ⁠⁠⁠https://icebearlabs.com⁠⁠⁠ You can find this podcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://codeandconquer.fm Find our product here: https://www.repodcasted.com/

In this episode, I sit down with Kevon Cheung, a leading voice in the #buildinpublic movement. Kevon shares his unique journey from studying business in university to becoming a self-taught developer and then transitioning into teaching others how to build an audience while creating products. We dive deep into the strategies and mindset behind building in public effectively. Kevon explains how to genuinely engage with your target audience, come up with interesting content ideas from real interactions, and build trust over time. He dispels common myths and provides practical tips on using platforms like Twitter, newsletters, and even YouTube for your building in public efforts. Kevon also discusses when building in public may not be the best approach for certain business models. Throughout the conversation, he emphasizes the importance of blending into communities, soliciting feedback, and earning in public based on your behind-the-scenes work. Whether you're an indie hacker, creator, or just someone looking to build an engaged audience, this episode is packed with insights from one of the experts in the building in public space. Tune in for a masterclass on authentic audience-building from Kevon "The Broccoli Guy" Cheung. --- 00:00 Introduction and Background 00:54 Transition to Indie Hacking 10:09 Building an Audience from Scratch 16:25 Creating Engaging Content 25:54 Creating Valuable Content for Niche Audiences 29:21 Generating Content for B2B Products 32:26 Creating Genuine Content 33:12 Creating Multiple Pieces of Content 34:00 Engagement Bait vs. Genuine Engagement 35:19 Using Feedback to Improve Products 36:28 Building Trust and Gaining Fans 37:36 The Importance of Email Newsletters 38:34 The Power of Email as a Communication Channel 41:52 The Benefits of Email as a Platform-Independent Channel 43:28 Not Every Piece of Content Will Go Viral 46:42 Considering YouTube as a Content Platform 51:44 The Story Behind the Broccoli Logo 55:13 Exploring SaaS Ideas 57:41 Blend into the Community and Build in Private --- Kevon's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MeetKevon Kevon's personal website: https://kevoncheung.com/ Public Lab: https://publiclab.co/ My own website: ⁠⁠https://icebearlabs.com⁠⁠ You can find this podcast on ⁠⁠⁠https://codeandconquer.fm Find our product here: https://repodcasted.com

I sat down with Juho Makkonen, founder of the marketplace platform ShareTribe, to discuss his unique approach to building a mission-driven, “steward-owned” company. We covered Juho’s journey creating ShareTribe, combining no-code convenience with developer extensibility. He shared his motivation behind structuring the company through a stewardship model, where employees hold voting control. Juho explained how ShareTribe makes decisions, distributes profits, and stays focused on purpose over profits. He also discussed his passion for exploring stewardship principles more broadly. His advice to entrepreneurs - know your “why” and ensure alignment between your motivations, business structure, and funding. --- ShareTribe's website: https://www.sharetribe.com ShareTribe's Balanced Blog: https://www.sharetribe.com/balanced/ Juho's Twitter: https://twitter.com/Kusti My own website: ⁠https://icebearlabs.com⁠ You can find this podcast on ⁠⁠https://codeandconquer.fm Find our product here: ⁠https://repodcasted.com⁠

In this episode, I chat with Louis Pereira, the founder of AudioPen.ai. Louis talks about his journey from running his family's traditional offline businesses during the day to building online products at night. We discuss: How Louis got into indie hacking and consistently building side projects The origin story of AudioPen - how a weekend hackathon project turned into a viral sensation Louis' approach to customer support and product development as a solo founder The pros and cons of using no-code tools like Bubble to build your MVP Louis' thoughts on competition and copycats in the world of indie hacking The role of luck versus perseverance in finding product-market fit Why Louis structures his side projects to be as automated as possible Louis Twitter: https://twitter.com/louispereira Audiopen: https://audiopen.ai/ --- Our Website: ⁠⁠https://www.codeandconquer⁠.fm⁠⁠ Our Twitter: ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/CodeConquerPod⁠⁠ Tobi's Twitter: ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/icebearlabs Find our product here: ⁠https://repodcasted.com⁠

We're excited to have Dan Mindru on the show this week! Dan is an active maker and launcher, known for his funny takes on Twitter and products like Clobbr, Crontap, Hunted Space and his latest creation Shipixen. In this episode, Dan shares his journey from joining the maker community in January 2023 to rapidly building and launching new products every few months. We get into the ideas and motivations behind some of his creations like the Hunted Space dashboard for tracking Product Hunt launches and Shipixen, his very own boilerplate and website builder. Dan also explains his process for quickly testing and building new products, the role of emotional connections in the indie maker community, as well as his thoughts on pre-selling, marketing channels and more along the journey. Tune in for an authentic look into the mind of a productive maker! Dan's Twitter: https://twitter.com/d4m1n Shipixen's Website: https://shipixen.com Hunted.Space's Website: https://hunted.space/ --- Our Website: ⁠https://www.codeandconquer⁠.fm⁠ Our Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/CodeConquerPod⁠ Tobi's Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/icebearlabs Find our product here: ⁠https://repodcasted.com⁠

In this episode of the Code & Conquer Podcast, we have a special guest, Lera Kuntsevich. Lera is an indie hacker and the founder of Clipwing.pro, a video editing tool designed to conquer TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube shorts. During the interview, Lera shares her journey into the world of indie hacking and provides insights into her motivation behind creating Clipwing. She also discusses the concept of building in public and the benefits of creating video content. Join us as we delve into Lera's experiences, the challenges she faced while building Clipwing, and her thoughts on using platforms like TikTok within the indie hacking community. Lera's unique approach to sharing her journey through memes adds a fun and engaging aspect to her build in public strategy. Lera's Twitter: https://twitter.com/thiswillblossom Clipwing Pro: https://clipwing.pro/ Website: https://www.codeandconquer⁠.fm Our Twitter: https://twitter.com/CodeConquerPod Tobi's Twitter: https://twitter.com/icebearlabs Find our product here: ⁠https://repodcasted.com⁠

In this episode, we have the pleasure of interviewing Arvindh Sundar, a gamer, indie hacker, and marketing expert. Arvindh shares his journey from being a CMO to becoming an indie hacker and discusses his core product, "Put the player first," a gaming-related framework. We delve into topics such as marketing strategies, leveraging the framework for personal branding, and Arvindh's insights on ADHD and coping strategies. Throughout the interview, Arvindh provides valuable advice for indie hackers, including tips for effective marketing, starting a newsletter or blog, and monetizing content. He also shares his experiences with ADHD and offers strategies for focusing, prioritizing, and organizing a business. Join us as we explore Arvindh's fascinating career journey and gain insights into the world of indie hacking, marketing, and personal development. Stay tuned for an enlightening conversation with Arvindh Sundar, packed with valuable insights and actionable advice for indie hackers and marketers. Arvindh's personal website: https://arvindhsundar.com/ Arvindh's Put the Player first framework: https://puttheplayerfirst.com/ Arvindh's Twitter: https://twitter.com/arvindhsundar My own website: https://icebearlabs.com You can find this podcast on ⁠https://codeandconquer.fm Find our product here: ⁠https://repodcasted.com⁠

On the 12th episode of my podcast Code & Conquer, I interviewed fellow 🇩🇪 German indie hacker Jonathan Wilke about his product Supastarter ☄️ - a starter kit for building SaaS apps with Next.js. Jonathan shared how he started by creating Supastarter to solve his own needs. It includes authentication 🔐, payments 💰, subscriptions 📄, internationalization 🌍, and more for SaaS apps. He said Supastarter now makes 💵 more than his day job through one-time purchases, not recurring revenue. We discussed his marketing tactics 📈, pricing 💲, competing products 👀, and future plans 🚀. We geeked out over the technical details - Next.js, TRPC, Prisma, Lucia, Radix UI, Tailwind. Jonathan talked about keeping up with new frameworks ⏩ and developer experience issues. An insightful convo about his journey building Supastarter in the indie hacking community! Tune in to hear more😃 Jonathan's Twitter: https://twitter.com/jonathan_wilke Supastarter Website: https://supastarter.dev/ You can find this podcast on https://codeandconquer.fm Find our product here: ⁠https://repodcasted.com⁠

In this episode, Ilias Ism shares his journey from building Chrome extensions as a teenager to launching and selling his HR SaaS startup Officient. He talks about how Officient evolved from tracking company assets to managing all HR documents and data, and grew to over 20,000 customers with a team of 30 people before being acquired. Ilias also discusses other projects he worked on over the years, including climate/sustainability initiatives like Bank Green and Extinction Rebellion. He shares his experience taking a sabbatical after selling Officient, and how he's now focused on his new venture Magic Space which helps other founders improve their SEO and online visibility. So if you're interested in bootstrapping, growing and selling a SaaS business, side projects with impact, and optimizing online marketing, then don't miss this episode! Ilias Twitter: https://twitter.com/illyism Ilias personal website: https://il.ly/ MagicSpace: http://magicspace.agency You can find this podcast on ⁠https://www.codeandconquer.fm⁠ Find our product here: ⁠https://repodcasted.com⁠

In this episode, we're interviewing Jane Portman, co-founder of UserList, an email marketing platform for SaaS companies. We discuss how Jane got into SaaS and started UserList with her co-founder Benedict. Jane shares lessons learned about developing and marketing a SaaS product, including the importance of talking to customers, slow traction in the beginning, and content marketing. She gives advice for indie hackers just starting out - be prepared for a lot of work and don't expect easy money. Overall, an insightful conversation about building a bootstrapped SaaS company. Link to Jane's Twitter: https://twitter.com/uibreakfast Link to Userlist: https://userlist.com/ You can find this podcast on https://www.codeandconquer.fm Find our product here: ⁠https://repodcasted.com⁠

Get ready for a valuable episode with indie hacking expert Arvid Kahl. He shares his journey to success, including dealing with burnout, anxiety, and imposter syndrome along the way. Through open communication, strong partnerships, and focusing on fulfillment over profit, Arvid persevered and gained hard-won lessons to share. Learn how to maintain mental health amidst indie hacking stress. Understand the power of building in public and embracing both wins and fails. Hear Arvid's thoughts on fun side projects, pets, and why he's excited about AI. If you're an indie hacker seeking balance and motivation, this insightful chat is a must-listen. Come away inspired, with a dose of perspective, and feeling less alone in your journey. Let's dive in! Since we're talking about mental health, if any of you are struggling, here is a list of resources that is there for you to help: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_lines You can find Arvid on Twitter: https://twitter.com/arvidkahl And you can find Arvid's podcast and newsletter on: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/ You can find this podcast on ⁠https://www.codeandconquer.fm⁠ 👀 We love to hear feedback about our podcast and you'll also find blog posts about all of our episodes and the biggest learnings there. Find our product here: ⁠https://repodcasted.com⁠

In this episode of the Code & Conquer podcast, we dive into the world of Product Hunt with Sandra Djajic, a seasoned marketer who successfully launched her SaaS product, Klu, on the platform. Sandra shares her insights on preparing for a Product Hunt launch, why it's a valuable platform for indie hackers, and tips for achieving success. Learn about Klu, how it revolutionizes file searching, and Sandra's journey as an indie hacker. 👉 Sandra's PH launch: https://www.producthunt.com/products/klu-2 👉 Sandra's Twitter: https://twitter.com/TakoTreba 👉 Klu's website: https://klu.so/ You can find this podcast on ⁠⁠https://www.codeandconquer.fm⁠⁠ 👀 We love to hear feedback about our podcast and you'll also find blog posts about all of our episodes and the biggest learnings there. Find our product here: ⁠https://repodcasted.com⁠

In this episode of the Code & Conquer podcast, we dive into the world of no-code entrepreneurship with our special guest, Laura Elizabeth. Laura is a designer who has ventured into the indie hacker space without a coding background and has successfully created a suite of products, including "Client Portal." We explore Laura's journey into freelancing and what led her to pursue entrepreneurship, leaving traditional employment behind. She shares her insights into the qualities that make a project exciting and how she transitioned from freelancing to building her own products. Laura's impressive portfolio includes "Client Portal," a full SaaS solution, the "Design Academy," an online course, and "Project Pack," a collection of documents and templates for freelancers. We discuss the unique value of "Client Portal" for freelancers who work on multiple projects throughout the year. Breaking into the world of SaaS and indie hacking as a non-developer presents its challenges. Laura reveals her strategies for success and whether her lack of coding knowledge hindered her journey. Additionally, we delve into Laura's approach to user feedback and the no-code tools she used to bring her ideas to life. She discusses the pricing strategy for her products and how she managed customer expectations. As a bonus, Laura also shares her insights into bridging the gap between designers and developers, a topic close to her heart. Whether you're a non-developer looking to embark on your indie hacker journey or someone curious about the potential of no-code tools, this episode provides valuable insights and inspiration. Join us in this enlightening conversation with Laura Elizabeth as we explore the world of no-code entrepreneurship, design, and building businesses online. You won't want to miss it! Key Topics: No-code entrepreneurship Freelancing vs. building products Creating SaaS solutions without coding The value of "Client Portal" for freelancers Challenges of entering the SaaS and indie hacking space User feedback and product development Pricing strategies for no-code products Bridging the gap between designers and developers Guest: Laura Elizabeth - Designer and No-Code Entrepreneur Twitter: https://twitter.com/lauraelizdunn Website: https://www.client-portal.io Host: Tobias - Icebear Labs Twitter: @Icebearlabs Email: tobias@icebearlabs.com You can find this podcast on ⁠⁠https://www.codeandconquer.fm⁠⁠ 👀 We love to hear feedback about our podcast and you'll also find blog posts about all of our episodes and the biggest learnings there. Find our product here: ⁠https://repodcasted.com⁠

In this episode of the Code & Conquer podcast, we're chatting with indie hackers Matthias Neumayer and Dima Rubanov, co-founders of OscarStories and HeyQQ. From their unexpected foray into tech from Film, Law, and Finance to building successful startups, they reveal their unconventional path into software development. Discover the inspiration behind OscarStories and HeyQQ, and learn about their unique business models. They discuss their journey in managing controversies, handling marketing, and the role of promotions in their growth. Hear them share their current challenges, future plans, and financial insights of running their indie projects. They also shed light on strategies for user acquisition on HeyQQ and how they plan to incentivize experts to join the platform. The episode concludes with their advice for aspiring indie hackers and what excites them in their current work. Don't miss this inspiring conversation that spans a wide spectrum from indie hacking to friendship in business! Dima's Twitter: https://twitter.com/Dima_heyqq Matt's Twitter: https://twitter.com/matt_heyqq Oscar Stories: https://oscarstories.com/ You can find this podcast on ⁠⁠⁠https://www.codeandconquer.fm⁠⁠⁠ 👀 We love to hear feedback about our podcast and you'll also find blog posts about all of our episodes and the biggest learnings there. Find our product here: ⁠https://repodcasted.com⁠

Join us in the latest episode of the Code & Conquer podcast as we chat with Philipp Keller, a Swiss software engineer and indie hacker. 🚀 Discover his journey in the competitive real estate market with his successful app, weegee.ch, designed to help people find affordable shared flats in Switzerland. Explore his strategies for standing out in a saturated market, SEO optimization tips, and insights on being an authentic builder in the build-in-public community. Get ready for practical advice for budding indie hackers! Connect with Philipp Keller on Twitter as @philkellr to stay updated on his projects. Don't forget to follow Icebearlabs for more exciting episodes and upcoming projects. 🎙️ Tune in now! Phil's website: https://weegee.ch/ Phil's twitter: https://twitter.com/philkellr You can find this podcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.codeandconquer.fm⁠⁠⁠⁠ 👀 We love to hear feedback about our podcast and you'll also find blog posts about all of our episodes and the biggest learnings there. Find our product here: ⁠https://repodcasted.com⁠

Join us for an electrifying podcast episode where we break free from the norm! In a collaboration with the dynamic duo behind the "Push to Prod" Podcast, Dan Miller and Colin Goudie, we dive deep into the realm of "Motivation in Indie Hacking." Brace yourself for a riveting panel discussion and get ready to have your burning questions answered by our expert community. Don't miss this epic episode packed with insights and inspiration! The Push to Prod Twitter: https://twitter.com/pushtoprodpod Dan Miller's Twitter: https://twitter.com/mrdanmiller Colin Goudie's Twitter: https://twitter.com/gommo We also briefly mentioned Phil Keller and his indie project "Weegee.ch": https://twitter.com/philkellr Matthias Neymayer and Dima Rubanov with their indie project "Oscar Stories": https://twitter.com/Matt_heyqq and https://twitter.com/Dima_heyqq Find our product here: ⁠https://repodcasted.com⁠

In this episode of the Code & Conquer podcast, we dive into the world of indie hacking with Maxime Dupré, a Canadian software engineer. Maxime shares his journey, from the initial success of his first indie hacking business Birdy, to its unfortunate downfall due to the Twitter API changes. He gives a candid account of the challenges and victories he experienced while building Birdy and how he picked up the pieces to forge a path forward. Maxime also opens up about the development of his new business venture, Splitzy. He discusses the decision-making process that led him to venture into A/B Testing and shares an assessment of Splitzy's current state and his feelings towards it. In a conversation filled with key insights and lessons, Maxime offers his advice to budding indie hackers, reflecting on the ups and downs of his journey. Whether you're an established indie hacker or just starting out, this episode promises to be an enlightening exploration of the indie hacking landscape. --- Shownotes: Maxime's Twitter Account: https://twitter.com/maximehugodupre Maxime's product Splitzy: https://splitzy.io/ Maxime's product Birdy: https://birdy.so/ - In the episode we talked about a little icon/logo mixup with another company. Here's the link to that exchange: https://twitter.com/maximehugodupre/status/1657022550533087238 You can find this podcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.codeandconquer.fm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 👀 We love to hear feedback about our podcast and you'll also find blog posts about all of our episodes and the biggest learnings there. Find our product here: ⁠https://repodcasted.com⁠

Get ready to dive into the world of indie hacking with Benedicte Raae, a Norwegian software developer and creator of two amazing products, Prune Your Follows and Pow! In this episode, we chatted about the journey of building these products and the reasons why creating projects can be so much fun. 😎💻🚀 Benedicte shared her thoughts on the difference between a passionate hacker and an entrepreneur, and the power of having your own blog and your own little part of the internet. 🌐💪 If you're interested in learning more about the world of indie hacking, or just want some inspiration for your own projects, this episode is a must-listen! Tune in to discover the creative process behind building your own digital products, and get ready to feel motivated to start your own journey as an indie hacker. 🔥💡 Benedicte's Twitter: https://twitter.com/raae Prune your follows: https://pruneyourfollows.com/ Pow: https://www.usepow.app/ Benedicte's website: https://queen.raae.codes/ You can find this podcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.codeandconquer.fm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 👀 We love to hear feedback about our podcast and you'll also find blog posts about all of our episodes and the biggest learnings there. Find our product here: ⁠https://repodcasted.com⁠